The image depicts a small, ornate metal structure resembling a Victorian-style house. It has intricate details such as arched windows, steps, and a chimney. The color palette consists of dark bronzy hues with hints of gray and blue tones, enhancing the metallic look of the object. The house is positioned centrally and viewed slightly from the left, providing a clear view of its front and one side.
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Toy Bank

Archie Thompson (American, 1886-1975)

c. 1937

Medium
watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper
Classification
Index of American Design
Dimensions
overall: 30.3 x 21.8 cm (11 15/16 x 8 9/16 in.) ; Original IAD Object: 5" high; 5 1/2" long
Culture
American
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-W
Credit line
Index of American Design
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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