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Miniature Bottle in the Form of an Ancient Bronze Jar (Hu)

Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
Rhinoceros horn
4.2 × 4.7 cm (1.7 × 1.9 in)

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

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