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Up for sale is a delightful vintage 1990s hand-painted wooden fish coin bank. This whimsical piece features a vibrant pastel palette of pink, lime green, and teal blue with a playful bubble dot motif.
Aesthetic / Style Note: This charming bank perfectly replicates the iconic, colorful folk art style popularized by whimsical wood carving artists like Tom Dolan (or Tom Dowd style designs). It captures that exact 1980s/1990s eclectic boutique energy at an accessible price point. Please note this is a vintage, unbranded piece inspired by the movement and is not individually hand-signed by the artist.
Functionality: It operates as a fully functional coin bank, featuring a coin slot on the removable top lid that feeds directly into the hollow inner compartment. The coins can be safely retrieved using the sliding wooden trap door built into the bottom. Perfect as a unique piece of coastal home decor, a shelf accent, or for a vintage-style nursery!
Condition Note: In good vintage pre-owned condition. There is some minor paint wear and chipping along the inner upper rim where the lid rests (completely hidden when the lid is on), and light surface scuffs consistent with age. Please inspect all photos closely for exact cosmetic details.