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Japanese Temple Jar

Japanese Contemporary Red Three-Piece Porcelain Temple Jar by Master Artist
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Mesmerizing contemporary Japanese three-piece temple jar, intricately gilded and hand painted on an
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Jars

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Gold

Antique Meiji Period Kutani Japanese Porcelain Temple Jar
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Antique Meiji period Japanese porcelain temple jar with intricate hand painted decoration and gilt
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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Lidded Temple Jar
Located in Miami, FL
19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Lidded Temple Jar A fine 19th century Japanese Imari
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Porcelain

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Porcelain

19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Lidded Temple Jar
19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Lidded Temple Jar
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
H 12 in Dm 6.63 in
Fine Japanese Imari Porcelain Temple Jar
Located in Bridgeport, CT
With cobalt blue decorated neck and base band. Large oval shaped panels on two sides featuring an amusing scene with rust tone and white foo lions in a river landscape looking back t...
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20th Century Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Japanese Imari Pattern Porcelain Covered Temple Jar, circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Imari pattern porcelain covered temple jar. The body is fluted.
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Antique 1880s Japanese Vases

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Porcelain

19th Century Japanese Imari Temple Jar with Fluted Lid, Meiji Period
Located in Miami, FL
19th Century Japanese Imari Temple Jar with Fluted Lid, Meiji Period Hand-Painted Porcelain A very
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Porcelain

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Porcelain

Massive Japanese Meiji Satsuma Temple Jar with ShiShi Lion Finial – Hand-Painted
Located in Media, PA
An impressive and monumental Japanese Satsuma earthenware vase dating from the Meiji period (late
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Antique 1890s Japanese Ceramics

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Porcelain

Late 19th Century Signed Japanese Hand Painted Satsuma Temple Jar Meiji Period
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This outstanding late 19th century Japanese Satsuma porcelain covered temple jar has a traditional
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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Ceramic

Pair of Large 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Temple Jars with Cover
Located in El Monte, CA
An exceptional pair of large scale late 19th century Japanese Imari temple jars from the Meiji
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Porcelain

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Porcelain

Tall Japanese Imari Temple Jar with all-over Floral Design, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
19th century Tall Japanese Imari Temple jar with all-over floral design in classic Imari colors
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Vases

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Porcelain

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Large Japanese Imari Temple Jar with Cover
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
A large Imari Japanese vase — gold leaf, manganese, and cobalt — with cover and large finial
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

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Porcelain

Antique Temple Flowers in Glazed Ceramic Jar
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Set of six "Joka" everlasting temple flowers. Ceramic glazed stoneware jar.
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Objects

Japanese Shōwa Era Imari Extra-Large Lidded Temple Jar on Wood Stand, c. 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
A circa 1940 extra-large Japanese Shōwa era Imari ware hand-decorated porcelain lidded temple jar
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Vintage 1940s Japanese Showa Ceramics

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Gold

Imari Porcelain Temple Jar
Located in London, GB
Japanese Imari porcelain temple jar from circa 18th Century, with temple decoration and unusual
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Jars

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Porcelain

Octagonal Imari Temple Jar
Located in London, GB
Japanese large octagonal Imari temple jar, with lotus flower and phoenix decoration from circa 18th
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Jars

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Porcelain

Antique Large Pair of Japanese Imari Porcelain Vases, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely pair of Japanese Imari temple jars with lids, circa 1870 in date. They feature
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Antique 1870s Japanese Jars

Antique Japanese Imari Temple Jar
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Gorgeous dragon and phoenix motiffe, impressive size, bottom is 8.5" diameter
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

19th c. Japanese Imari Temple Jar with Cover
Located in San Marino, CA
19th Century Tall Japanese Imari Temple Jar with Cover and a finial of a woman holding a fan
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

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Porcelain

Large Kyoto Ware Temple Jar with Tiger Lid
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Absolutely stunning large Kyoto Ware temple jar with an expressive tiger sitting on the lid. This
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Vases

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Ceramic

Pair Of Antique Decorative Lamps, Japanese, Bronze, Table Light, Victorian, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique decorative lamps. A Japanese, bronze and enamel temple jar light, dating
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Table Lamps

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Bronze

Japanese Contemporary Blue White Lidded Porcelain Temple Jar by Shozan
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Japanese lidded porcelain temple jar, hand-painted in vivid blue, green, red and gold on an elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Ceramics

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Gold

Pair of Japanese Imari Porcelain Temple Jars as Lamps
Located in London, by appointment only
A well-scaled pair of 19th century Japanese Imari temple jars, the baluster shape bodies with
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Antique Late 19th Century Asian Meiji Table Lamps

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Porcelain

Antique Pair of Japanese Imari Dragon Porcelain Vases, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely pair of Japanese Imari temple jars with lids, circa 1870 in date. They feature
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Antique 1870s Japanese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Turn of the Century Japanese Bronze Foo Dog Temple Jar Lid
Located in New York, NY
Turn of the Century Japanese Bronze Foo Dog Temple Jar Lid
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Early 20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Large Imari Lidded Temple Jar
Located in Oaks, PA
Large Imari Lidded Temple Jar, Meiji Period, excellent paneled form with crisp deocration.
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Porcelain

Japanese 17th Century Imari Temple Jars, a Pair High
Located in Wells, ME
Japanese 17th century imari pair of lidded temple jars, 13 inches high. These rare early jars are
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Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Porcelain

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Porcelain

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Delft Blue and White Monumental Baluster Vase, Hand-Painted, 1950s Dutch
By Delft
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This tall Delft Blue vase is a striking example of mid-century Velsen hand-painted earthenware, executed in a refined baluster silhouette that flares gently at the neck and foot whil...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Vases

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Ceramic, Earthenware

Exceptional 18th Century Carved Giltwood Door
Located in New Orleans, LA
Period Louis XIV carved giltwood bow front door. The door is mounted on a piece of wood to preserve its original condition.
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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Doors and Gates

Materials

Giltwood

Exceptional 18th Century Carved Giltwood Door
Exceptional 18th Century Carved Giltwood Door
$17,800
H 78 in W 42 in D 10 in
English Georgian Mahogany Gadrooned and Upholstered Tester Bed, Circa 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
English Georgian mahogany four-poster bed with a carved molded inset headboard, tapered head post, serpentine gadrooned and upholstered tester with a centered carved urn & swags, dec...
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Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Plate #6, Circa 1890's
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Plate #6, Circa 1890's. This is the very last plate of a set of 6 that we initially had. *Please note that there is an old repair on the bottom rim...
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Antique 1890s Japanese Porcelain

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Porcelain

Chinese Blue and White Vase
Located in East Hampton, NY
Chinese blue and white vase.
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20th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Blue and White Vase
Chinese Blue and White Vase
$750
H 23.25 in Dm 8.5 in
Pair Large Antique Blue and White Delft Jars, Fluted, Netherlands Circa 1880
By Delft
Located in Katonah, NY
This exquisite pair of large blue and white Delft jars was hand-painted in the Netherlands during the late 19th century, around 1880. The design features shaped panels, each depicti...
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Rococo Jars

Materials

Delft

Chinese Qing Dynasty Crackle Glazed Dragon Vase with Kiln Error
Located in Rio Vista, CA
20th century rare Qing dynasty crackled (GE) glazed vase with molded three dimensional dragon forms. This very fine quality vase is particularly interesting by the presence of a kiln...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Earthenware, Porcelain

Chinese Powder Blue Jardiniere, C19th
Located in Brighton, Sussex
This exquisite 19th-century Chinese powder blue jardiniere showcases a stunning cobalt blue glaze, intricately embellished with gilded decoration. The piece features traditional scen...
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Planters, Cachepots and Jard...

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Powder Blue Jardiniere, C19th
Chinese Powder Blue Jardiniere, C19th
$7,561
H 16.15 in Dm 18.51 in
Russian Gilt Carved Wood and Gesso Arched Cornice Lapis Wall Mirror, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
Russian gilt carved wood and gesso wall mirror with an arched painted lapis cornice, flanking fluted acanthus columns, and decorated with lambs tongue, bell flower, interior bead wor...
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Antique 1780s Russian Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Gesso, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood

Pair of Chinese Cinnabar Covered Ginger Jars
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chinese cinnabar covered ginger jars decorated with carved figural landscapes Late Qing dynasty Measures: H 8 in. (20.3 cm).
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Jars

Materials

Crystal, Other

Pair of Chinese Cinnabar Covered Ginger Jars
Pair of Chinese Cinnabar Covered Ginger Jars
$4,800 / set
H 8 in W 5 in D 5 in
Large Japanese Imari Porcelain Charger from the Meiji Period
Located in Kastrup, DK
A large Japanese porcelain imari charger dating from the Meiji era. Hand painted design in polychrome colors, six alternating panels surrounding the central floral medallion. Reverse...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Other Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Impressive Tall Heavy Cut Vase, Antique Val Saint Lambert. Great Ruby Color
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large and custom piece, possibly done for an exhibition, we have the pleasure of offering for sale this wonderful presentation vase. A Classic signature piece from the storied glas...
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Vintage 1920s Belgian Vases

Materials

Cut Glass

Pair 19th Century Cloisonne Vases
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair 19th Century Cloissone vases is an extraordinary example of the breed, displaying its well-preserved, rich coloration and exhibiting a large format design theme celebrating the ...
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Antique 1890s French Meiji Vases

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Pair 19th Century Cloisonne Vases
Pair 19th Century Cloisonne Vases
$2,480 / set
H 12 in Dm 5.5 in
4 Old or Antique Signed Kakufuku Japanese Kaikemon Imari Porcelain Rice Bowls
By Sakaida Kakiemon Xii
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 4 Japanese Imari porcelain bowls Each decorated throughout with kaikemon blue, red, and green natural scenes and extensive gilding. Marked to the base with a blue...
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20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Silver Plate Epergne and Cruet Service
Located in New Orleans, LA
This elegant silver plate epergne is a rarity in that it also includes a full, cut-glass cruet set. This service’s delicate central basket is elevated above a plateau holding ten fin...
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Other Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Silver Plate Epergne and Cruet Service
19th Century Silver Plate Epergne and Cruet Service
$18,850 / set
H 21.63 in W 17.5 in D 10.5 in
Baluster Jar & Lid, Fish Scale Design by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition Cloisonné
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Baluster Jar & Lid Fish Scale Design Cloisonne Amber, Brown, and Black Hand Made Limited Edition  
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2010s Jars

Materials

Enamel

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Japanese Temple Jar For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Japanese temple jar for your home. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every Japanese temple jar was constructed with great care. There are 16 variations of the antique or vintage Japanese temple jar you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Japanese temple jar — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A Japanese temple jar is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Japanese Temple Jar?

Prices for a Japanese temple jar can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $550 and can go as high as $27,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,979.
Questions About Japanese Temple Jar
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Japanese temple is used for prayer and worship. Most temples in Japan are Buddhist. Sites used for Shinto religious practices are known as jinja or shrines. You can find a range of Japanese art, furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.