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 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.

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Japanese Contemporary Red Three-Piece Porcelain Temple Jar by Master Artist

$6,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 33 in Dm 14.5 in

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Jars

Materials

Gold

Rustic Grass Dragon Red and White Porcelain Temple Jar

$350

H 19.5 in Dm 14 in

Rustic Grass Dragon Red and White Porcelain Temple Jar

By Bo Jia for Middle Kingdom

Located in Manassas Park, VA

This temple jar is a traditional porcelain vessel from Jingdezhen, a town long distinguished by

Category

20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Red and White Porcelain Dragon Temple Jar Table Lamps

$2,850 / set

H 24 in Dm 10 in

Pair of Red and White Porcelain Dragon Temple Jar Table Lamps

Located in Atlanta, GA

A vibrant pair of red and white porcelain temple jars table lamps and wired for use in the USA

Category

2010s Asian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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18th Century Chinese Jar Table Lamp

Unavailable

H 18 in Dm 13.75 in

18th Century Chinese Jar Table Lamp

Located in Richmond, London

A stunning Chinese iron-red 'temple jar' table lamp of monumental proportions. Qing dynasty. Why

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Large Chinese Porcelain Temple Ginger Jars

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H 21 in Dm 11 in

Pair of Large Chinese Porcelain Temple Ginger Jars

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Fantastic pair of iron red lidded ginger form temple jars decorated with stylized lotus scrolls

Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

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$1,090 / item

H 42.5 in W 11 in D 11 in

Blue and White Porcelain Tulipiere Vase

By Bo Jia for Middle Kingdom

Located in Manassas Park, VA

This vase is a traditional porcelain tulipiere from Jingdezhen, a town long distinguished by imperial patronage. In the 17th century tulipiere were used to grow tulip bulbs indoors ...

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20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Rare Chinese Enameled Famille Rose Porcelain Bowl

$10,880

H 2.25 in Dm 4.75 in

Antique Rare Chinese Enameled Famille Rose Porcelain Bowl

Located in Brea, CA

Qing dynasty an unique antique important rare Chinese enameled Famille rose porcelain bowl with mark DaQingDaoGuangNianZhi , hand painted. excellent condition, Measures: 4.75” x 2.25...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

$187,500

H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

Located in Houston, TX

Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...

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Antique 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Pair of Large Japanese Imari 19th Century Table Lamps

$22,640 / set

H 19.69 in Dm 13.39 in

Pair of Large Japanese Imari 19th Century Table Lamps

Located in London, GB

A superb pair of large 19th century Japanese Imari vases, decorated throughout in the typical palette of dark blues and iron reds on a white background with gilt highlights, the main...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Blue and White Porcelain Dragon Temple Jar

$310 / item

H 17.5 in Dm 12 in

Blue and White Porcelain Dragon Temple Jar

By Bo Jia for Middle Kingdom

Located in Manassas Park, VA

This lidded jar is a traditional porcelain vessel from Jingdezhen, a town long distinguished by imperial patronage. The porcelain lid has been augmented with a metal ring to add a ma...

Category

20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

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Red Temple Jar For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic red temple jar available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every red temple jar was constructed with great care. Find 7 options for an antique or vintage red temple jar now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer red temple jar, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A red temple jar is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. A well-made red temple jar has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Beth Edwards are consistently popular.