Jar with the Four Accomplishments: Painting, Calligraphy, Music, Strategy

Jar with the Four Accomplishments: Painting, Calligraphy, Music, Strategy

Ming dynasty (1368–1644), 15th century · China

Porcelain painted in underglaze blue

Art Institute of Chicago · Medieval (500–1500) · CC0 · Bequest of Russell Tyson

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