This is a Chinese Jingdezhen ceramic Famille Jaune (Yellow) Longevity Ginger Jar, hand painted and lidded. It's vintage and around 40 years old.
There are four symbol lozenges on the body of the jar and one on the lid. There is a repeated floral and geometric design on a yellow background, with a repeated design on a green background around the neck and foot.
The Ginger Jar dates back to the Ming Dynasty (14th–17th century), they were primarily utilitarian, used for storing ginger, oil, salt, and other goods.
Today, they are mainly decorative, used as vases, centerpieces, or even as storage containers in modern interiors.
Chinese Jingdezhen Ceramic Famille Jaune (Yellow) Ginger Jar with lid
£22.00Price
This item is in good condition - no apparent chips. cracks or crazing, nor colour fading. Clear backstamp.
