Ginger Jars And Stands
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork
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Hardwood, Lacquer
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Early 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
20th Century Italian Jars
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Porcelain
Antique 19th Century Anglo-Japanese Antiquities
Antique 19th Century Chinese Ceramics
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Porcelain, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Chinese Urns
Enamel, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Porcelain
Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Ceramic, Hardwood
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Table Lamps
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Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Tea Caddies
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Jars
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Porcelain, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century Qing Vases
Hardwood, Porcelain
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Porcelain
Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Vases
Pottery
Vintage 1920s Chinese Antiquities
Antique 1870s Chinese Export Ceramics
Ceramic
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Porcelain
Antique 19th Century Chinese Table Lamps
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
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Brass, Copper
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
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Porcelain
Antique 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Vitrines
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Softwood
Antique 19th Century Japanese Early Victorian Ceramics
Ormolu
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Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Ceramics
Metal
20th Century Chinese Ceramics
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer
Lacquer
Antique 1790s Chinese Qing Lacquer
Lacquer
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Brass, Enamel
Early 20th Century Chinese Vases
Brass
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork
Brass, Enamel
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- What are ginger jars?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Ginger 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The 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.
- Why is it called a ginger jar?1 AnswerPAGODA 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
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- 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.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Chinese ginger jars are defined by their round, compact shape, wide mouth, short neck, and fitted cover.
- 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.