Brass Elephant Piggy Bank kneeling man with copper shield and woolen

with copper shield and woolen tunic

Mid to late 20th century Japanese

18" drop on strap

And I learned that a mushroom very similar to this one

with natural bristles attached via fine hand-stitched wire (I think horse hair on the drafting brush

Brass Elephant Piggy Bank kneeling man with copper shield and woolenI think this vintage mid century brass piggy bank would make the perfect gift for the young and emerging collector (i. e. toddler to 12 yr old!) with great taste. But it would also be great on his or her parents' dresser, collecting loose change. Classic mid mod design; in great condition with a nice warm patina. (I have not polished it.) 5 3 4 inches long, 3 3 4 inches tall, 2 1 4" wide.