Find a variety of large Asian jars available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of
ceramic,
porcelain and
metal, all large Asian jars available were constructed with great care. There are 515 antique and vintage large Asian jars for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 51 modern editions to choose from as well. Large Asian jars have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Large Asian jars are generally popular furniture pieces, but
modern,
Arts and Crafts and
Hollywood Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made large Asian jars over the years, but those made by
Maitland Smith,
Makuzu Kozan and
Shigaraki Valley Potters are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
With their rich and diverse history, antique, new and vintage Asian ceramics offer colorful and sophisticated ways to add flair to any space.
Japanese pottery dates back at least 13,000 years to the Jōmon period. Pieces from the Late Jōmon era display a rope-cord pattern encircling a pot or jug. During the Muromachi period, potters created simple bowls and utensils frequently used in tea ceremonies and were made as both functional and aesthetic objects.
Ceramics made during Japan’s Meiji period, from 1868 to 1912, reflected an explosion of artistic expression propelled by new access to international trade. Details became more intricate and refined, and colors were enhanced with new glazing practices.
Chinese porcelain, meanwhile, is often identified by its shape. Each reign and dynasty had specific shapes and styles that were encouraged by the imperial ruler. During the Song dynasty, for instance, there were four dominant types of ceramic vase shapes: plum-shaped, pear-shaped, cong-shaped (tall and square) and double-gourd.
Chinese ceramics that were made during the Qing dynasty were demonstrative of an expanded artistic expression, with more delicate shapes and a focus on intricate detailing. The shapes of ceramics from this era are thinner, taller and have subtle features like a gentle flare, such as on the mallet-shaped vase.
Later, the 17th- and 18th-century interior design trend of chinoiserie brought Asian paintings and screens, textiles and other art and furniture from the continent into many European homes.
Explore an extensive range of antique, new and vintage Asian ceramics on 1stDibs to find the perfect piece for your home.