What were painted japanese porcelain jars used for?

These vessels originally served practical storage purposes for tea, spices, and dried goods in traditional Japanese households. Lidded jars kept contents secure while adding decorative value to domestic interiors. Over time, many forms transitioned purely into ornamental display pieces intended for mantelpieces and display cabinets. Their striking palette made them centrepieces in both Eastern and Western interior schemes.

How do I identify a Meiji period jar?

Meiji period pieces often display dense, highly refined hand-painted decoration reflecting the artistic output between eighteen sixty-eight and nineteen twelve. Look for precise enamel work, intricate gilding, and specific regional signatures on the base. The porcelain body and glaze characteristics also offer clues, as nineteenth-century kilns produced distinct colour depths compared to later reproductions. Comparing the weight and throwing marks helps confirm the period.

Are lids on antique jars usually original?

Finding a lidded jar with its original matching cover is common but requires careful inspection of the fit and decorative continuity. Replacement lids sometimes occurred due to breakage over long periods of handling. Examining the glaze wear around the rim and the continuity of the painted pattern helps determine if the lid belongs to the body. A consistent glaze appearance across both pieces indicates a matched set.

How should I display a large floor vase?

Large jars and floor vases require stable placement away from high-traffic areas to prevent accidental knocks or tipping. Placing them directly on the floor or on low, sturdy stands highlights their scale and form. Keep these ceramic pieces out of direct sunlight to protect enamel colours and gilt detailing from fading over time. Adequate clearance allows the painted motifs to be viewed from multiple angles in the room.

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A painted japanese porcelain jar brings vibrant pattern and rich historical form into a room.

Large Japanese Imari Lidded Vase, Circa 1880. 35"

19th century

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Large Japanese Imari Lidded Vase, Circa 1880. 35"

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£5,500

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19th century

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Antique Japanese Imari Vase

From Rams Head Antiques

£145

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19th century

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19th C Imari Vase

From Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares

£235

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1900 - 1920

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Fluted Body Imari Vase Circa 1910

From Frank Craig Antiques

£120

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Quality Antique Japanese Imari Hexagonal Shaped Vase

1900 - 1920

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Quality Antique Japanese Imari Hexagonal Shaped Vase

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

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19th century

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Large 19th Century Japanese Vase

From Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.

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19th century

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Antique Small Hand Painted Vases, Kutani, Japan, Meiji Period

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Pair Antique Japanese Kutani Ginger Jars

19th century

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Pair Antique Japanese Kutani Ginger Jars

From In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

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19th century

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Large Satsuma Lidded Vase, Late 19th Century

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

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Lovely Quality Antique Japanese Imari Vase

1900 - 1920

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Lovely Quality Antique Japanese Imari Vase

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£265

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Listings feature 19th Century and Meiji Period pieces alongside Edwardian examples, showcasing porcelain and earthenware bodies decorated with gold leaf.

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Large 19th Century Kutani Vase

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

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Pair of 19th Century Pots

From Pearse Lukies Antiques Ltd

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Quality Large Antique Japanese Satsuma Lidded Vase

1900 - 1920

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Quality Large Antique Japanese Satsuma Lidded Vase

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£625

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Quality Antique Japanese Imari Lidded Jar

1900 - 1920

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Quality Antique Japanese Imari Lidded Jar

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£375

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19th century

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Impressive 19th Century Imari Lidded Vase

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£8,500

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19th century

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19th C Imari Vase

From Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares

£100

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Painted Japanese Porcelain Jar

Large Japanese Imari Lidded Vase, Circa 1880. 35"

Antique Japanese Imari Vase

19th C Imari Vase

Fluted Body Imari Vase Circa 1910

Quality Antique Japanese Imari Hexagonal Shaped Vase

Large 19th Century Japanese Vase

Antique Small Hand Painted Vases, Kutani, Japan, Meiji Period

Pair Antique Japanese Kutani Ginger Jars

Large Satsuma Lidded Vase, Late 19th Century

Lovely Quality Antique Japanese Imari Vase

Large 19th Century Kutani Vase

Pair of 19th Century Pots

Quality Large Antique Japanese Satsuma Lidded Vase

Quality Antique Japanese Imari Lidded Jar

Impressive 19th Century Imari Lidded Vase

19th C Imari Vase

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