CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE JAR WITH LID
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A baluster-shaped porcelain blue and white ginger jar with a cover, decorated with prunus flowers and court ladies. The prunus flower symbolizes the beauty and the harmony of nature, and the court ladies can represent the beauty of the palace life. Ginger jar is a type of decorative art ware which has been popular since the Ming Dynasty in the 14th century. The most iconic ginger jars feature a wide body and a narrow neck, creating an overall rounded shape. Commonly, these jars are decorated with a classic blue and white color scheme.
Size: L:365mm / W:210mm ; 3.9g
Provenance: From United Kingdom / European estate collections and antique fairs; acquired between 1970 and 2010.
Estimate: GBP 150 - 300