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Brush and Cover with Figures in a Garden

Late Ming (1368–1644) or early Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 17th century
Cinnabar lacquer and animal hair with carved decoration
22.7 × 1.9 cm (8.9 × 0.7 in)

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

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