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Chinese ginger jars were originally made as utilitarian vessels used to store various herbs and spices.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

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.

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Pair Antique Awaji Pottery Turquoise Ginger Jars

$2,400

H 10 in Dm 8 in

Pair Antique Awaji Pottery Turquoise Ginger Jars

By Awaji Pottery

Located in Wilton, CT

Pair antique hand turned Awaji Pottery ginger jars in fantastic turquoise monochrome glaze, circa

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Turquoise Chinese Ginger Jar, Porcelain, Wang Bingrong Style, 1950s

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Located in Glasgow, GB

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Chinese Turquoise Enamel Hand Painted Porcelain Ovoid Lidded Ginger Jar

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Chinese Turquoise Enamel Hand Painted Porcelain Ovoid Lidded Ginger Jar

Located in Doylestown, PA

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Turquoise Ceramic Ribbed Ginger Jar Form Table Lamp

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Located in Chicago, IL

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2 Turquoise Cloisonné Chrysanthemums Lidded Ginger Jar Vase Urn Pair 8"

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Fabulous Pair of Bright Turquoise Chinese Ginger Jar Lamps on Hardwood Stands

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Two antique ginger jar shaped ceramic table lamps having subtle decoration of butterflies and a

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Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

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Pair of Turquoise Awaji Pottery Ginger Jars, Covers Applied and Incised Prunus

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Pair of Turquoise Awaji Pottery Ginger Jars, Covers Applied and Incised Prunus

By Awaji Pottery

Located in Wilton, CT

Pair of Awaji ginger jars and covers decorated with applied and incised prunus blossoms highlighted

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Garniture

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Antique Pair of Slender Awaji Pottery Ginger Jar Turquoise Glaze Garniture Vases

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Antique Pair of Slender Awaji Pottery Ginger Jar Turquoise Glaze Garniture Vases

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Located in Wilton, CT

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Pale Turquoise Large Pair Vases, China, Contemporary

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Pale Turquoise Large Pair Vases, China, Contemporary

Located in New York, NY

Contemporary Chinese pair large pale turquoise vases. Classic ginger jar shape with ribbed lip

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Large Pale Turquoise Pair Vases, China, Contemporary

Located in New York, NY

Contemporary Chinese pair large pale turquoise vases. Tall slender classic ginger jar shape. Also

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Awaji Pottery Turquoise and Blue Art Deco Flambe Drip Ginger Jar Vase

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Awaji Pottery Turquoise and Blue Art Deco Flambe Drip Ginger Jar Vase

By Awaji Pottery

Located in Wilton, CT

Awaji Pottery vase or jar with dark indigo blue drips over a mottled turquoise ground, circa 1930

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Pair Chinese Over Molded Turquoise Melon Form Ginger Jars, Qing Dynasty

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Pair Chinese Over Molded Turquoise Melon Form Ginger Jars, Qing Dynasty

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A stunning pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty turquoise glazed melon form lidded ginger jars with over

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H 7.88 in W 7.88 in D 8.27 in

Chinese Qing Turquoise Glazed Famille Rose Porcelain Ginger Jar 19th Century

Located in Nottingham, GB

Chinese famille rose ginger jar, decorated with lush blossoms. From a private collection. Free

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Imari Porcelain Urn Ginger Jar Vase, circa 1960s

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H 4.88 in Dm 3.88 in

Imari Porcelain Urn Ginger Jar Vase, circa 1960s

By Imari Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful vintage Imari white porcelain and turquoise blue and gold urn ginger jar vase or vessel

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Located in Stamford, CT

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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Turquoise Ginger Jars For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of turquoise ginger jars available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique turquoise ginger jars was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and metal. Turquoise ginger jars have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. mid-century modern and Art Deco turquoise ginger jars are consistently popular styles. Many turquoise ginger jars are appealing in their simplicity, but Awaji Pottery, Harding Black and Imari Porcelain produced popular turquoise ginger jars that are worth a look.