There is a range of temple jars for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct temple jars — often made from
ceramic,
porcelain and
metal — can elevate any home. There are 21 antique and vintage temple jars for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 2 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of temple jars available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made temple jars over the years, but those made by
Maitland Smith are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
Temple jars can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,400, while the lowest priced sells for $310 and the highest can go for as much as $10,800.
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.