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Chinese ginger jars were originally made as utilitarian vessels used to store various herbs and spices.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.

Are Chinese figurines small or large?

Chinese figurines come in all shapes and sizes. Most figures measure between 4” and 18” tall, with some being as small as 1” in height or as large as 36” (or more) in height

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Located in Brea, CA

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

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Large Pair of Chinese Blue and White Jars with Lids

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Located in East Hampton, NY

Great pair of Chinese blue and white jars with lids...... foo dogs painted on the sides of the jars as well as figures on the lids.... base is 8.5" diameter....

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Large Blue Porcelain Ginger Jar

$2,200

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Located in Grythyttan, SE

年製 (Nian zhi): Tillverkad under perioden 乾隆 (Qianlong): Qianlong (kejsarens namn) Dekor med figurscen. Höjd ca 28 cm. Antique ginger jar with lid, porcelain, China, Qing Dynasty, 1...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Antique William Sung Chinese Porcelain Blue Gold Tapestry Large Vase Jar

$1,208

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Located in Nottingham, GB

An impressive and highly decorative William Sung Chinese porcelain vase or jar, richly decorated in a striking combination of deep cobalt blue, white and gold.

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Vintage Chinoiserie Oriental Chinese Black Porcelain Large Ginger Jar Table Lamp

$595

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Chinoiserie Oriental Chinese Black Porcelain Large Ginger Jar Table Lamp with Painted Cherry Blossom and Bird Design.

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19th Century Chinese Ceramic Rice Wine Jar - Shanxi

$904

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Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire

A large 19th-century Chinese rice wine jar From Shanxi Province - circa 1890.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Covered Jar

$800

Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Covered Jar

Located in Elkhart, IN

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Ceramic

Antique Stoneware Large Green-Glazed Mataban Vase Jar

$2,350

Antique Stoneware Large Green-Glazed Mataban Vase Jar

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Stoneware Large Green-Glazed Mataban Jar This large antique Chinese urn/jar has six small handles and a shiny green surface.

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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Dragon in Flight through Clouds on Large Yellow Jar

$527Sale Price|20% Off

Dragon in Flight through Clouds on Large Yellow Jar

Located in Lomita, CA

Few scenes are as compelling as a dragon aloft in high relief as it moves through clouds and the atmosphere of a glazed enamel background in yellow. The Yellow Ceramic Jar adorned wi...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Ceramic

Chinoiserie Large Blue and White Porcelain Covered Jars, Pair

$1,250 / set

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Located in Elkhart, IN

A classic pair of blue and white ginger jars, decorated throughout with delicate Chinese landscapes and floral motifs. The pattern is dense yet balanced, wrapping the form in movemen...

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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics

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Ceramic

Chinese Export Style Jar / Vase Form Crackle Glaze Table Lamps W/ Fruit - Pair

$1,196Sale Price / set|20% Off

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Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a lovely pair of large scale Chinese export style jar or vase form table lamps with beautiful applied fruit.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

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Pottery, Wood

Extra Large Blue & White Four Seasons Porcelain Temple Jar

$370

Extra Large Blue & White Four Seasons Porcelain Temple Jar

Located in Manassas Park, VA

Cobalt Guild presents a collection of blue and white porcelain vessels from Jingdezhen, a town long distinguished by imperial patronage. This piece is a hand painted, wheel thrown ru...

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2010s Chinese Qing Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Large Vintage Creamware Ginger Jars, Ceramic, Circa 1970's

$1,480 / set

Pair of Large Vintage Creamware Ginger Jars, Ceramic, Circa 1970's

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage pair of large Creamware ginger jars. Very classic and elegant design.

Category

20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Period Large Han Dynasty Green Glazed Large Jar on 19th Century Rosewood Stand

$8,500 / set

Period Large Han Dynasty Green Glazed Large Jar on 19th Century Rosewood Stand

Located in Hudson, NY

This globular jar of a large size is traditionally called a Hu.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Pottery, Rosewood

Late Qing Dynasty Large Baluster Famille Rose "Hundred Antiques" Jar

$1,950

Late Qing Dynasty Large Baluster Famille Rose "Hundred Antiques" Jar

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A late Qing Dynasty Chinese large Baluster Famille Rose "Hundred Antiques" Jar, A multitude of decorative objects and flowers in polychrome enamels and poetic inscription in black en...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vases

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Large Porcelain Temple Jar in Light Grey with White Plum Blossoms

$4,000

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Located in Manassas Park, VA

This large temple jar is beautifully decorated with a classic plum blossom (prunus) motif on a vibrant "cracked ice" background, a traditional style symbolizing the arrival of spring...

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Porcelain

Vintage Large Coral Porcelain Ginger Jar Lamps with Shades & Finials

$4,100 / set

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Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking pair of 1960s vintage porcelain ginger jar lamps, finished in a vibrant coral glaze that brings bold color and timeless elegance to any interior. Each lamp features the cl...

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Porcelain

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$594Sale Price|20% Off

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Stoneware Small Green-Glazed Mataban Vase Jar

$1,995

Antique Stoneware Small Green-Glazed Mataban Vase Jar

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Stoneware Small Green-Glazed Mataban Jar / Vase This large antique Chinese vase/jar has six small carved handles around the rim.

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Materials

Stoneware

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Large Chinese Jar For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the large Chinese jar you’re looking for. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and terracotta, every large Chinese jar was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a large Chinese jar, we have 157 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a large Chinese jar — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A large Chinese jar, designed in the Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.

How Much is a Large Chinese Jar?

Prices for a large Chinese jar can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $359 and can go as high as $75,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,400.

Questions About Large Chinese Jar

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.
Are Chinese figurines small or large?
1 Answer
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Chinese figurines come in all shapes and sizes. Most figures measure between 4” and 18” tall, with some being as small as 1” in height or as large as 36” (or more) in height