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Cast Iron Toy: Artillery Bank

Lew Tower

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a vintage cast iron mechanical bank designed as an artillery scene. It includes a small brick fortification, a cannon, and a standing soldier figure. The color palette consists of earthy tones like brown, red, gold, green, and gray. The fortification is on the left, the cannon is in front of it, and the soldier figure stands to the right with an outstretched hand as if aiming the cannon. The words "ARTILLERY BANK" are displayed on the base in front of the cannon.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4546 × 3398 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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