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Elongated Vase with Animal-Head Handles

Ming dynasty (1368–1644), Wanli reign mark and period (1573–1620)
Porcelain painted in underglaze blue and overglaze polychrome enamels (wucai)
21.5 × 21.5 cm (8.5 × 8.5 in)

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

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