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Pair of Blue and White Jars
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of 19th century Chinese blue and white glazed porcelain ginger jars with lids depicting
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19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Petite Chinese Blue and White Prosperity Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
Painted in the classic blue and white manner, this petite ginger jar is marked with an abstracted
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Petite Chinese Blue and White Prosperity Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
Painted in the Classic blue and white manner, this petite ginger jar is marked with an abstracted
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
19thC ginger jar converted to a lamp in the early 20th century. Glazed stoneware in beautiful
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19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Stoneware

CHINESE EXPORT LAMP
Located in New York, NY
Chinese export blue and white Kang Hsi ginger jar, electrified, with a custom shade on a wood base.
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18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

Pair Large Antique Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Covered Jars (Vases)
Located in Katonah, NY
A pair of Chinese Blue and White ginger jars made in the late 19th century, Qing Dynasty
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Blue and White Double Happiness Jar, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th century blue-and-white ginger jar was originally used for storing spices. Bordered
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Blue and White Double Happiness Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
This blue and white ginger jar, which was originally intended for storing spices, is hand painted
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Famille Verte Chinese Lamp
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality 19th Century Chinese famille Verte lidded Ginger jar with gilded ormolu mounts. The
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ginger Jars

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Ormolu

Single Silver Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920 French table lamp in the shape of a ginger jar. Available for viewing at our
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Early 20th Century French Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

CHINESE EXPORT LAMP
Located in New York, NY
A blue and white Kang Hsi ginger jar electrified, on a wood base with a custom shade. There is
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18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

Five Dutch delft vases
Located in New York, NY
A set of five Dutch delft vases comprised of three ginger jar-shaped ribbed covered vases with lion
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19th Century Dutch Antique Ginger Jars

Chinese Blue and White Double Happiness Covered Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th century blue-and-white ginger jar was originally used for storing spices. Bordered
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Painted Famille Rose Porcelain Lidded Jars
By CANTON FAMILLE ROSE
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a console or mantle with this colorful pair of antique porcelain ginger jars. Created in
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

Early 20th Century Dutch Blue and White Maastricht Delft Mantel Three-Piece Set
By Delft
Located in Dallas, TX
of a ginger jar and two complementary vases. The round, faience potiche has a lid, and is decorated
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Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Ginger Jars

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Faience

19th Century Chinese Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
classic elongated ginger jar shape, with a predominantly blue and yellow floral pattern. The lamp measures
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

Blue and White Chinese Porcelain a Collection
Located in Katonah, NY
beautiful Chinese porcelains: a pair of ginger jars and a pair of small vases. The tall pair of vases
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Chinese Painted Famille Verte Porcelain Temple Jar with Lid
By CANTON FAMILLE ROSE
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a console or mantle with this important antique porcelain ginger jar. Created in China
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

Pair of Red Chinese Flambe Sang De Boeuf Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Near pair of flambe Sang de Boeuf lamps of ginger jar form on wood base. China, early 19th century
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Brass

Japanese Totai Cloisonne Enamel On Porcelain Jar
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Japanese Totai enamel on porcelain ginger jar or box. The ware is enameled with polychrome floral
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Ginger Jars

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Enamel

Pair of Porcelain Armorial Lidded Vases by Edmé Samson
By Edmé Samson
Located in London, GB
probably intended to be used as ginger jars. French, circa.1870. Notes: Edmé Samson was the founder of
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

Thomas Webb Tea Caddy - English Art Nouveau - Citrine Cameo Glass
Located in New York, NY
by Thomas Webb & Sons in England. The silver was made by Gorham in Providence, Rhode Island. Ginger
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Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Ginger Jars

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Sterling Silver

19th Century Persian Qajar Dynasty vase Pink Yellow Floral
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
the floral pattern and the Ginger Jar shape of this vase covered with Crackle Glaze - suggests that
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19th Century Asian Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Pottery

20th Century Victorian Solid Silver Chinoiserie Tea Caddy, London, circa 1900
By Goldsmiths Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Chinese ginger jar on stand, heavy and profusely embossed, depicting c-scrolls and flowers surrounding a
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Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Ginger Jars

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Sterling Silver

20th Century Chinese Solid Silver Dragon Tea Caddy, Houcheong, Canton circa 1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Chinese solid silver tea caddy, shaped as a Chinese ginger jar, well-crafted
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ginger Jars

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Silver

Chinese Porcelain Rose Medallion Plate Qing Dynasty
Located in Topeka, KS
forms of activity. It is surrounded by a delicate design of flowers, butterflies, and ginger jars
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Silver Jar with Drexel Family Provenance
Located in London, GB
A large and important silver ginger jar made in Japan in the late Meiji period. It was sold in the
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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Ginger Jars

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Silver

Collection of Antique Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Jar and Bowls
Located in Katonah, NY
Famille Rose ginger jar dates to the late 19th or early 20th century, during the Guangxu Reign (1875-1908
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

Japanese Totai Cloisonne Enamel On Porcelain Box
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Japanese covered Totai enamel on porcelain ginger jar or box. The cylindrical shaped ware is
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Enamel

19th Century Victorian Walnut Domed Topped Cut Brass Mounted Tea Caddy
Located in London, GB
Chinese porcelain, and approximated in shape to the ginger-jar. They had lids or stoppers likewise of
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1860s English Victorian Antique Ginger Jars

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Brass

Antique Chinese Enameled Copper Ginger Jar
Located in Norwood, NJ
Finely enameled on copper Chinese covered ginger jar vase with yellow ground decoration, scenes of
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ginger Jars

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Copper, Enamel

Pair Delft Style Imari Ginger Jars
By Aprey Pottery Factory
Located in New York, NY
Pair Delft style Imari ginger jars. Orange, blue and gilt Imari style decoration ornaments this
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Ginger Jars

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Pottery

Pair of Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jars
Located in Cypress, CA
Pair of Chinese blue and white porcelain ginger jars, Early 20th century (possibly earlier
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

Chinese Ginger Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Chinese ginger jars. Individually priced. Left: Height 10 inches, diameter 9.75 inches. Middle
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19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Pottery

Chinese 19th Century Blue and White Ginger Jar
Located in New York, NY
Large blue and white antique ginger jar with finely detailed hand painting. Two sides and lid have
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19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Ginger Jars

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Ceramic

Pair of Chinese Canton Blue and White Ginger Jar
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of Chinese canton blue and white ginger jar with floral and bird decoration. Measures: 9 1/2
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Ceramic

Chinese Ginger Jar Lamps
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of green-glazed Chinese porcelain ginger jars mounted as table lamps on carved wooden stands.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain Ginger Jars
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of Chinese Porcelain ginger jars with covers, blue, green coral and, pink coloration decorated
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

Pair Chinese Ginger Jars
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Pair large Chinese Ginger Jars with lids, circa early 20th Century. Hand painted entwined blossom
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Ceramic

Cloisonné Ginger Jar Lamp
Located in Tampa, FL
A beautiful 19th century Chinese cloisonné ginger jar lamp on a wooden stand. The lamp has a nice
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1880s Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Metal

Chinese White and Blue Character and Floral Lidded Ginger Jar
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese (late 19th century) lidded ceramic ginger jar urn with blue floral designs
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

Early 20th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Ginger Jar with Lid
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a console or mantel (fireplace) with this important colorful antique porcelain ginger jar
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

Antique Blue and White Chinese Cloisonné Chrysanthemum Ginger Jar
Located in Dallas, TX
This lovely blue and white antique ginger jar would bring a breath of fresh air to any room. Just
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Mid-19th Century Other Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

Pair of Petite 19th Century Blue and White Ginger Jars
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of small 19th century blue and white ginger jars. The pair has a beautiful, all-over figure
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Ginger Jars

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Pottery

Kangxi Ginger Jar Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Powder blue and gilt ginger jar now mounted as a lamp, Kangxi period, circa 1662–1722. Newly
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Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

Pair of Delft Jars Ginger Jars
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of blue and white late 19th-early 20th century Dutch Ginger jars.
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1890s Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

18th Century Chinese Ginger Jar
Located in San Francisco, CA
A low fired pottery ginger jar vessel with green glaze having a raised design with Chinese script
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18th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Pottery

Chinese Blue and White Ginger Jar
Located in East Hampton, NY
Chinese blue and white ginger jar with wooden lid.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

Antique Chinese Prunes Blossom Ginger Jar
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality 19th century Chinese blue and white lidded prunes blossom ginger jar.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

Blue and White Delft Ginger Jars
Located in Katonah, NY
A pair of Dutch delft blue and white ginger jars decorated with panels showing a vase overflowing
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Early 20th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Delft

19th Century Chinese Famille-Noire Cloosonne Enamel Lidded Ginger Jars
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique pair of 19th Century Chinese cloisonné enamel famille noir ginger jars featuring a black
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19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Enamel

Antique Chinese Ginger Jar Table Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
Antique handmade mustard color ginger jar pottery lamp with beige linen drum shade. Measures: Jar
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19th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Ceramic

Large Flambé Art Deco Moorcroft Ginger Jar with a Very Rare Floral Pattern
By Moorcroft Pottery
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large and substantial art pottery ginger jar was made by the Moorcroft Pottery company of
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Pottery

Set of Three Early 20th Century, Chinese Export Porcelain Ginger Jars with Lids
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a console or mantle with this important set of colorful antique porcelain ginger jars
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

Chinese Porcelain Ginger Jar Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's Chinese hand painted glazed porcelain ginger jar table lamps with flowering
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1920s Chinese Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Blue and White Double Happiness Ginger Jar, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th century blue-and-white ginger jar was originally used for storing spices. Bordered
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ginger Jars

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Qing Kangxi Blue White Shou Ginger Jars, 18th Century
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Pair of Chinese Qing Kangxi blue & white shou ginger jars, 18th century Chinese Kangxi period
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Ginger Jars

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Porcelain

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Antique Ginger Jars For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique ginger jars available for sale. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and wood, all antique ginger jars available were constructed with great care. Antique ginger jars have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique ginger jars are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco, Rococo and Art Nouveau styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Edmé Samson, Awaji Pottery and Moorcroft Pottery each produced beautiful antique ginger jars that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Ginger Jars?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,500, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $100,000 highest priced.
Questions About Antique Ginger Jars
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    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.
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • Lotus Gallery
    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 Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Chinese ginger jars are defined by their round, compact shape, wide mouth, short neck, and fitted cover.

  • Lotus Gallery
    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.