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Woman Standing Over a Well

Northern Wei Dynasty (386–535), early 6th century; with later restorations
Earthenware
18.2 × 14 cm (7.2 × 5.5 in)

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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026

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