Hand-Painted Bok Choy Cabbage Pattern Porcelain Ginger Jar With Foo Dog Lid

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This hand-painted Bok Choy porcelain jar from Jingdezhen is a bold, sculptural statement piece that blends whimsical chinoiserie with classical … Read more This hand-painted Bok Choy porcelain jar from Jingdezhen is a bold, sculptural statement piece that blends whimsical chinoiserie with classical symbolism. The bulbous form is hand-glazed in a signature Famille Verte green palette, with lush bok choy leaf segments wrapping the body and delicate butterflies adding a painterly pop of color.

A sunny yellow collar band encircles the neck with hand-drawn floral garlands, while twin elephant-head handles and a perched foo dog finial lend sculptural presence.

Overview:
• Hand-painted in Jingdezhen, China — the historic capital of Chinese porcelain
• Features the coveted Bok Choy pattern, a variation of the Qing dynasty Famille Verte style
• Accented with elephant-head handles and a removable lid with foo dog finial
• Distinctive yellow border at the neck adds warmth and contrast
• Ideal as a statement piece, lamp base, or paired on a console or sideboard

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Historical Significance:
Jingdezhen has been producing porcelain for over 1,000 years, with its high-temperature firing techniques and overglaze enamel artistry making it the standard for Chinese export wares. The bok choy motif symbolizes prosperity and renewal, while foo dogs are protectors of the home and elephants represent strength and wisdom in Chinese decorative arts.

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Condition: Excellent. No chips, cracks, or repairs.

Dimensions:
Width: 10ʺ
Depth: 10ʺ
Height: 16ʺ See less