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Two Large Chinese Martaban Storage Jars, c. 1900 -1930

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

Description
This is a great pair of large late 19th/early 20th century Martaban storage jars. The jars are decorated with flaming dragons with Greek Key borders. Both of these jars are in very good condition with anticipated patination, but undamaged. Martaban storage jar were designed to store pickles, wine, oil and other food stuffs. The larger jars with wide openings were created to be shipping containers for more valuable porcelain pieces and other items of value. This pair of large jars or pots is highly decorative and can be placed inside or out--they would make great accent pieces for a mid-century or contemporary home. Fitted with a stone or glass top, they would convert to side tables.

***We are selling the jars individually; please contact MJH Design Arts for pricing for the pair of jars.

More Information

Origin:	China
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	stoneware, glaze
Condition:	Good. Overall very good condition. No faults noted. Anticipated minimal patina.
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Chinese Export, Asian
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts.04.01.24
Incollect Reference #:	717755

Dimensions

H.	28 in;	Diam.	21 in;
H.	71.12 cm;	Diam.	53.34 cm;

Message from Seller:

MJH DESIGN ARTS expresses the broad decorative arts aesthetic of its principal, Mary Tindukasiri. Mary, having lived the majority of her life overseas--Mexico, Spain and Asia plus The East Coast and The South--brings these cultural influences to her carefully selected offerings. MJH DESIGN ARTS aims to offer objects incorporating great design, history, construction and life. Our aesthetic is constantly evolving and stretches from late 17th century furniture to 21st century lighting.