Jar with Scholars in Garden
Unknown
Ming dynasty (1368–1644), 16th century
Medium
Fahua ware; stoneware with biscuit outlines and underglaze molded decoration
Dimensions
35.1 × 30.5 cm (13 13/16 × 12 in.); Diam.: 30.5 cm (12 in.)
Classification
porcelain
Department
Arts of Asia
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
46223
About the Artist
Unknown
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