Large vintage 1950s Chinese ginger jar

Substantial and finely detailed porcelain Chinese ginger jar with colourful patterned glaze featuring gold, yellow, blue and pink geometric designs, writing, flora and fauna.

Ginger jars were actually designed to store a wide variety of items in China, they acquired the name “ginger jars” because they often contained ginger when exported to the West.

Base markings: None

Period: 1950s
Dimensions: H: 26cm | W: 25cm | D: 25cm
Condition: Good – no cracks, chips or scuffs. Natural age related wear.
Weight: 2.6kg