Mechanical Bank, "Bad Accident," 1891-1911
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Artifact Overview
During the last quarter of the 1800s, America witnessed one of the worst eras of discrimination against African Americans. Degrading images -- like those portrayed in this bank -- were intended to convince white people that African Americans were inferior, second-class citizens. African-American leaders continually challenged these stereotypes and sought changes to the status quo.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Bank (Container)
Date Made
1891-1911
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Charles A. Bailey and manufactured by J. & E. Stevens Company in Cromwell, Connecticut.
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in With Liberty & Justice for All
Object ID
58.100.29
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cast iron
Dimensions
Height: 6 in
Length: 10 in
Inscriptions
on top of base, upside down: BAD ACCIDENT
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