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Early 20C American Dedham Style Sang de Boeuf Pottery & Gilt Bronze Table Lamp
Early 20C American Dedham Style Sang de Boeuf Pottery & Gilt Bronze Table Lamp

Early 20C American Dedham Style Sang de Boeuf Pottery & Gilt Bronze Table Lamp

$645Sale Price|43% Off

Early 20C American Dedham Style Sang de Boeuf Pottery & Gilt Bronze Table Lamp

By Chelsea Keramic Art Works

Located in Dallas, TX

In the shape of a Lidded Chinese Ginger Jar/Urn, heavily influenced by Chinese design with gilt bronze mounts and base in the Chinese style.

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

American Dedham Style Pottery Sang de Boeuf & Gilt Bronze Table Lamp
American Dedham Style Pottery Sang de Boeuf & Gilt Bronze Table Lamp

American Dedham Style Pottery Sang de Boeuf & Gilt Bronze Table Lamp

$1,050Sale Price|43% Off

American Dedham Style Pottery Sang de Boeuf & Gilt Bronze Table Lamp

By Chelsea Keramic Art Works

Located in Dallas, TX

In the shape of a lidded Chinese ginger jar/urn, heavily influenced by Chinese design with gilt bronze mounts and base in the Chinese style.

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique George IV Gonçalo Alves & Amboyna Marquetry Tea Caddy C1825 19th Century
Antique George IV Gonçalo Alves & Amboyna Marquetry Tea Caddy C1825 19th Century

Antique George IV Gonçalo Alves & Amboyna Marquetry Tea Caddy C1825 19th Century

$2,115

Antique George IV Gonçalo Alves & Amboyna Marquetry Tea Caddy C1825 19th Century

Located in London, GB

The earliest examples that came to Europe were of Chinese porcelain, and approximated in shape to the ginger-jar. They had lids or stoppers likewise of china, and were most frequentl...

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1820s George IV Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Amboyna

Antique Large Fine Quality Oriental Chinese 19th Century TongZhi Ginger Temple J
Antique Large Fine Quality Oriental Chinese 19th Century TongZhi Ginger Temple J

Antique Large Fine Quality Oriental Chinese 19th Century TongZhi Ginger Temple J

$947Sale Price|30% Off

Antique Large Fine Quality Oriental Chinese 19th Century TongZhi Ginger Temple J

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique large fine quality Oriental Chinese 19th Century Famille Rose Ginger Temple Jar with TongZhi mark to base. Would look amazing in the right location and make a fabulous cen...

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese White Porcelain Ginger Jar Lamp, Foliate Design, Circa 1880s
Chinese White Porcelain Ginger Jar Lamp, Foliate Design, Circa 1880s

Chinese White Porcelain Ginger Jar Lamp, Foliate Design, Circa 1880s

$4,250

Chinese White Porcelain Ginger Jar Lamp, Foliate Design, Circa 1880s

Located in Queens, NY

Asian Chinese style (19th Century) white porcelain ginger jar form lamp with foliate & bird details mounted on a round wood base.

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar Table Lamp Landscape Motif
Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar Table Lamp Landscape Motif

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar Table Lamp Landscape Motif

$2,800

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar Table Lamp Landscape Motif

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A spectacular early 20th‑century blue and white porcelain ginger jar converted into an elegant table lamp, crafted in the 18th‑century Chinese style and reminiscent of the refined Ra...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery

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Antique Ginger Jars For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique ginger jars available for sale. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and wood, all antique ginger jars available were constructed with great care. Antique ginger jars have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique ginger jars are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco, Rococo and Art Nouveau styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Edmé Samson, Awaji Pottery and Moorcroft Pottery each produced beautiful antique ginger jars that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Ginger Jars?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,500, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $100,000 highest priced.

Questions About Antique Ginger Jars

  • What were temple jars used for?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Traditionally, temple jars were used as receptacles for storing the ashes of dead relatives in Buddhist temples. Today, most people use them as decorative objects in their homes. Find a range of temple jars from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

  • What are ginger jars?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Ginger jars are blue and white patterned jars that were once used for transporting spices in Ancient China. Today, they serve decorative purposes in homes.

  • What is a ginger jar lamp?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A ginger jar lamp pairs a lovely lampshade with an ornate Chinese spice jar to create a visually appealing lamp. The lampshades can be neutral or colorful to create a beautiful effect. Find a collection of antique and vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.

  • Why is it called a ginger jar?

    1 Answer
    PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    With a similar shape to the baluster jar, Chinese porcelain ginger jars have a rounded form, with broad shoulders tapering to the base and a narrowed neck topped by a domed lid. The unusual name comes from the export market, wherein salt and spices such as ground ginger travelled West in lidded storage vessels.

  • What is the purpose of a ginger jar?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The original purpose of a ginger jar was to transport herbs and spices. It was European traders who gave the highly decorative containers their name. Today, people use ginger jars as decorations. Find a selection of ginger jars on 1stDibs.

  • What is the difference between a ginger jar and a temple jar?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A ginger jar is a typically round jar that widens toward the top, or ‘shoulders’ of the jar. The narrower mouth is topped by a smooth domed lid. A temple jar features a handle or knob on the top of the lid. The jar itself is more curved as well. On 1stDibs, find a selection of ginger jars and temple jars.

  • What were Chinese ginger jars used for?

    1 Answer
    Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Chinese ginger jars were originally made as utilitarian vessels used to store various herbs and spices. Today, they are almost exclusively decorative objects.

  • What are the defining factors of a Chinese ginger jar?

    1 Answer
    Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Chinese ginger jars are defined by their round, compact shape, wide mouth, short neck, and fitted cover.

  • What does a Chinese ginger jar look like?

    1 Answer
    Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    A Chinese ginger jar should be fairly compact in size, with a rounded, globular or ovoid body, high shoulders, a wide circular mouth, short neck, and a fitted cover.

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