Vintage Cast Iron Gnome Still Bank
$52.99
Vintage Cast Iron Gnome Bank. Measures about 5.75" in height with a 1.5" base. Very good condition. I did not open him.
This charming cast iron still bank features a stout, whimsical gnome standing as a silent guardian for your savings. Standing at nearly six inches, the figure is a classic example of mid-century novelty metalwork, characterized by its substantial weight and the rugged, hand-poured texture that makes cast iron so tactile and enduring. The gnome is depicted with a traditional pointed cap, a flowing beard, and a jovial expression, all rendered with the distinctive blunt-edge detail typical of sand-casting methods. A slender coin slot is integrated into the back of the figure, leading to a hollow interior designed for the safe keeping of coins.
The piece remains in very good condition, retaining its original structural integrity and a beautiful, darkened patina that highlights the folds of his garments and the texture of his beard. The two-piece casting is held together by a single original screw at the center, and the bank remains unopened, preserving its historical state. For a clever styling idea, place this gnome on a heavy wooden bookshelf or a metal desk in a study to serve as a functional paperweight and a conversation-starting curiosity. The silhouette is wonderfully grounding, offering a touch of folklore and whimsy to more serious industrial or rustic decor. Its small footprint allows it to tuck into a collection of small objects or stand alone as a sturdy, reliable sentinel on a mantelpiece.
This item is vintage, approximately 65 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.
This charming cast iron still bank features a stout, whimsical gnome standing as a silent guardian for your savings. Standing at nearly six inches, the figure is a classic example of mid-century novelty metalwork, characterized by its substantial weight and the rugged, hand-poured texture that makes cast iron so tactile and enduring. The gnome is depicted with a traditional pointed cap, a flowing beard, and a jovial expression, all rendered with the distinctive blunt-edge detail typical of sand-casting methods. A slender coin slot is integrated into the back of the figure, leading to a hollow interior designed for the safe keeping of coins.
The piece remains in very good condition, retaining its original structural integrity and a beautiful, darkened patina that highlights the folds of his garments and the texture of his beard. The two-piece casting is held together by a single original screw at the center, and the bank remains unopened, preserving its historical state. For a clever styling idea, place this gnome on a heavy wooden bookshelf or a metal desk in a study to serve as a functional paperweight and a conversation-starting curiosity. The silhouette is wonderfully grounding, offering a touch of folklore and whimsy to more serious industrial or rustic decor. Its small footprint allows it to tuck into a collection of small objects or stand alone as a sturdy, reliable sentinel on a mantelpiece.
This item is vintage, approximately 65 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.