Refined and timeless, this superb pair of lidded jars in ceramic is directly inspired by the most prestigious Chinese imperial porcelains. Featuring a magnificent pale and luminous celadon green hue, each piece is distinguished by a network of dense and regular geometric crackles (Ge ware effect). Topped with their original dome lids, these decorative jars, 54 cm in height, bring serene elegance and an imperial presence to classic or contemporary interiors.

Visual Impact: The Sacred Charm of Crackled Celadon

These pieces captivate the eye with the harmony of their lines and the subtlety of their glazed coating.

A Balanced Traditional Silhouette: The general shape, with generous shoulders and a delicately flaring base, recalls traditional ritual vases and ginger jars once displayed in temples and aristocratic homes.

The Art of Mastered Crackle: The glaze features an extremely fine and graphic network of crackles. Far from being a defect, this ancient technique is deliberately caused by the difference in retraction between the clay and the glaze during the cooling of the kiln. The lines here are highlighted by a dark pigment to accentuate this "ice-vein" pattern.

The Lotus Bud Knob: The lid of each jar is surmounted by a sculpted finial in the shape of a closed lotus bud, a traditional Asian symbol of purity and serenity.

Careful Finishing Details

The Bronze / Burnished Border: The collar at the base of the lid features a delicate bronze or burnt earth-colored edge. This dark line skillfully breaks the celadon monochrome and emphasizes the circular geometry of the pot.

Sold as a Pair: Presenting these pieces as a pair multiplies their decorative impact. The perfect symmetry enhances the majestic appearance and visual balance of the place where they are displayed.

Technical Specifications

Type: Pair of covered temple jars / Lidded vases

Style: Classic Asian / Imperial Ge-Guan Style

Material: Enameled art ceramic

Shade & Finish: Light celadon green, glossy glaze with a dense network of crackles

Dimensions:

Height: 54 cm (including lid)

Width / Max Diameter: 28 cm

Condition: Perfect gallery condition. No chips, structural cracks, or restoration. Perfectly shiny and uniform enamel.

💡 Gallerist's Advice

"These temple jars are wonderful purveyors of serenity. For a magnificent display, exhibit them as a pair on either side of a large dark wood credenza or on a minimalist entrance console. Their celadon hue harmonizes wonderfully with splashes of colored glass (blues, reds) or modern artworks. The contrast between their Asian classicism and a contemporary environment creates a highly sought-after 'Arty chic' style."