Collection of Medard William Welch (d. 1980). 
Gifted to The Art Institute of Chicago in 1978 (acc. no. 1978.146).

Overall in good condition, with a section of the rim possibly very slightly repolished, and a possible repolished chip to the foot. The stone is slightly greener than in the printed illustration. With "1978.145" written to the base in white. Please note that this lot includes a stand, frame or other component made from a type of Chinese hardwood, which, if exported, will require a CITES permit to leave the United States.
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