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Peddler (Tomb Figure)

Tang dynasty (618–906), c. 8th century
Earthenware with traces of pigment
9.7 × 13 cm (3.8 × 5.1 in)

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

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