Nanking Ginger Jar with Mark - Chinese Porcelain, 1920-1950

An authentic piece of Chinese ceramic history: a Nanking ginger jar from the first half of the 20th century, originating from the region around Nanjing – a city with a rich tradition in porcelain manufacturing dating back to the Qing Dynasty. The marks on the bottom provide valuable information about the origin and maker of this vintage piece.

• Origin: China – Nanking (Nanjing)
• Period: 1920–1950
• Special Feature: Marks on the underside
• Dimensions: Height 10.5 cm, width 6.5 cm
• Weight: 382 grams
• Condition: Vintage – see photos for details

Traditionally used for storing ginger in sweet syrup or spices – nowadays a prized vintage collector's item for lovers of Chinese export porcelain and Asian ceramics.