Chinese Ginger Jars
A pair of ceramic/porcelain (?) ginger jars, that are decorated in blue colored Chinese designs, which appear to be hand painted. The jars have similar but not the exact designs on each. Each jar is over 12 inches high and almost 5 inches in diameter at their widest. They have removable lids, decorated with foo dogs on top. There are four Chinese characters on the bottom of each jar. The jars are in excellent condition.
I inherited these from my Dad, but otherwise do not know the provenance.
Inherited
No
Hi George,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A pair of Chinese blue and white covered ginger jars
Xuande marks, second quarter 20th Century
Each of baluster form with domed covers topped with Foo dog finials, with stylized upper and lower borders, the bodies profusely decorated with figures, stylized foliage and birds in blue on a white ground, each with four-character Xuande marks below.
12 inches high, 5 inches diameter
CONDITION: both appear to be in good condition; value assumes no breaks, chips, repairs or losses.
PROVENANCE: inherited
$400-600 for the pair*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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