Illustrate the cheerful charm of vintage nursery decor with this 1970s monkey bank, an intentional piece that brings a storied energy to a child's room or office. This sculptural ceramic form features four expressive monkey figures perched atop a wood-textured barrel, complete with a hand-lettered scroll encouraging clever savings habits.
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Measurements: 8.5" x 6"
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Decade: 1970s
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Condition: Good, small scrapes
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Material: Ceramic
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Features: hand-painted facial details, dimensional floral base, original coin stopper, high-gloss accent glaze
The warm brown earth tones of the barrel provide a sharp, grounding contrast against the vibrant pink and orange floral pigments. As a professional selection for a kitsch collector or a unique gift for a graduation, this bank captures the lighthearted, analog spirit of late-century home savings.
This item is vintage, approximately 50 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.