Chinese Ginger Jar with Enamel Painted Nature Scene
Vibrant hand-painted decoration with bird and lotus
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An eye-catching spherical ginger jar in white porcelain, classically shaped with a domed lid. The urn is richly decorated with hand-painted polychrome overglaze enamel featuring a lively nature scene. A large flying bird in vivid colors hovers above lush lotus leaves, where a small frog peeks out among buzzing insects. A highly decorative object that adds both color and character to your interior.
The story of this object
This type of covered urn, with its plump shape and domed lid, originated in Asia, where it was historically used to store spices such as ginger and salt. Over time, these ornate vessels became popular decorative objects, often featuring hand-painted motifs inspired by the traditional famille rose palette.
- Era
- 20th century
- Material
- Porcelain, enamel colors
- Dimensions
- Height approx. 6.3 in (16 cm)
- Condition
- Very fine preserved condition without visible chips or cracks.
- Origin
- China