Ginger Jars
Vintage 1960s Chinese Qing Jars
Ceramic
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Enamel
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Porcelain, Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Jars
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Jars
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Jars
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Enamel
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Ceramics
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Ceramics
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Jars
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Jars
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Jars
Porcelain
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Antique 1860s Chinese Jars
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century Chinese Jars
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Asian Jars
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Jars
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Jars
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinoiserie Jars
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Ceramic, Wood
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Jars
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Ceramics
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Porcelain, Wood
Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Table Lamps
Pottery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Jars
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Chippendale Jars
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Jars
Ceramic
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How Much are Ginger Jars?
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 are ginger jars?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Ginger 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The 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?1 AnswerPAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020
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.
- 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.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Chinese ginger jars are defined by their round, compact shape, wide mouth, short neck, and fitted cover.
- 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.