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

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 is an apothecary jar?

In countries where apothecaries are still in use, apothecary jars are small covered containers (usually porcelain or clay) used to house and store medicines. In other countries, they're used for spices, grains, or candies.

A biot jar is an open-mouthed round piece of pottery that originated in 16h-century France. People at the time used them to store olive oil. Normally, the pot features a drip glaze finish. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique biot jars.

What are ginger jars?

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 are olive jars made of?

Olive jars are made out of two types of clay - gray clay from Vaugrenier and red clay from Clausonnes, both located in France. The two clays are mixed together to achieve the final color of the jar. You’ll find a variety of olive jars from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Are apothecary jars airtight?

Yes, some apothecary jars may be airtight, depending on the craftsmanship. Some older apothecary jars have screw-top lids, and new styles feature a silicone or rubber seal to block out air. But not all apothecary jars were designed to be fully airtight. Browse a range of apothecary jars on 1stDibs.

What is the purpose of a ginger jar?

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.

Why is it called a ginger jar?

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 were temple jars used for?

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 can I do with old cookie jars?

You can do a number of things with old cookie jars. Use them to hold cotton balls or rounds in the bathroom or store coffee, tea bags and packaged snacks in the kitchen. Hide arts and crafts supplies inside of them or tuck away small cleaning laundry supplies like air fresheners and dryer sheets beneath their lids. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of cookie jars.

What is a glass bell jar?

A bell glass jar is a jar shaped like a bell. It opens from the bottom and the bell jar that is the top and the sides are made of a single piece of glass. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage glass bell jars.

What is a ginger jar lamp?

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.

What is the best cookie jar?

The best cookie jars are the ones that are airtight to keep moisture away. Ceramic cookie jars are beautiful but are not very moisture-proof. Jars that are eco-friendly, durable and airtight are recommended. Find a wide variety of cookie jars on 1stDibs.

What are apothecary jars used for?

Apothecary jars were historically used for storing medicine and pharmaceuticals. The jars were made out of glass, wood, metal or ceramics. Today, the jars are an excellent addition to add some flair to your home décor. You’ll find a variety of apothecary jars from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What were Chinese ginger jars used for?

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 large glass jars called?

Large glass jars are also known as carboys or demijohns. A demijohn can hold 16 gallons, and is typically made of glass. They were historically used to transport water or chemicals, but nowadays, demijohns are used to brew beer in one’s home. You’ll find a variety of demijohns from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are the defining factors of a Chinese ginger jar?

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?

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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Questions About Jar With Ivy

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 is an apothecary jar?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
In countries where apothecaries are still in use, apothecary jars are small covered containers (usually porcelain or clay) used to house and store medicines. In other countries, they're used for spices, grains, or candies.
What is a biot jar?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A biot jar is an open-mouthed round piece of pottery that originated in 16h-century France. People at the time used them to store olive oil. Normally, the pot features a drip glaze finish. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique biot jars.
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 are olive jars made of?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Olive jars are made out of two types of clay - gray clay from Vaugrenier and red clay from Clausonnes, both located in France. The two clays are mixed together to achieve the final color of the jar. You’ll find a variety of olive jars from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Are apothecary jars airtight?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, some apothecary jars may be airtight, depending on the craftsmanship. Some older apothecary jars have screw-top lids, and new styles feature a silicone or rubber seal to block out air. But not all apothecary jars were designed to be fully airtight. Browse a range of apothecary jars on 1stDibs.
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.
Why is it called a ginger jar?
1 Answer
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 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 can I do with old cookie jars?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
You can do a number of things with old cookie jars. Use them to hold cotton balls or rounds in the bathroom or store coffee, tea bags and packaged snacks in the kitchen. Hide arts and crafts supplies inside of them or tuck away small cleaning laundry supplies like air fresheners and dryer sheets beneath their lids. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of cookie jars.
What is a glass bell jar?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A bell glass jar is a jar shaped like a bell. It opens from the bottom and the bell jar that is the top and the sides are made of a single piece of glass. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage glass bell jars.
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.
What is the best cookie jar?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best cookie jars are the ones that are airtight to keep moisture away. Ceramic cookie jars are beautiful but are not very moisture-proof. Jars that are eco-friendly, durable and airtight are recommended. Find a wide variety of cookie jars on 1stDibs.
What are apothecary jars used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Apothecary jars were historically used for storing medicine and pharmaceuticals. The jars were made out of glass, wood, metal or ceramics. Today, the jars are an excellent addition to add some flair to your home décor. You’ll find a variety of apothecary jars from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What were Chinese ginger jars used for?
1 Answer
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 large glass jars called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Large glass jars are also known as carboys or demijohns. A demijohn can hold 16 gallons, and is typically made of glass. They were historically used to transport water or chemicals, but nowadays, demijohns are used to brew beer in one’s home. You’ll find a variety of demijohns from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are the defining factors of a Chinese ginger jar?
1 Answer
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 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.