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Covered Ewer with Dragons and Peonies

Ming dynasty (1368–1644), 16th century, overglaze painting added later; with Japanese lid bearing seal of Eiraku
Porcelain painted in oeverglaze enamels
17.8 × 18.6 cm (7 × 7.3 in)

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

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