Blue and White Jar with Cover

18th century

Chinese Qing Dynasty

Associated Names
The sculpture is a lidded ceramic jar, commonly known as a ginger jar. It is white with intricate blue floral patterns and designs throughout its surface, showcasing a classic blue-and-white porcelain style. The material is glazed ceramic. The jar has a bulbous body that tapers towards a narrower base and a domed lid that fits snugly on top. The blue floral motifs are created with delicate brushstrokes, enhancing the decorative nature of the jar.

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Artwork overview

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. W. Murray Crane

  • Dimensions

    overall (height by greatest diameter): 45.72 × 26.03 cm (18 × 10 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1955.14.2


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mrs. Winthrop Murray Crane; gift 1955 to NGA.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

on base: four character Ch'eng-hua mark within double ring in underglaze blue

Wikidata ID

Q62286427

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