Our beautiful range of blue and white Chinese porcelain includes classic ginger jars, temple jars, ceramic stools and more. Each item is a faithful reproduction of the exquisite blue and white pottery produced in China as far back as the seventh century, still made in the small workshops of Jingdezhen - renowned as the Chinese capital of porcelain. The iconic blue decoration is achieved using the cobalt pigment, finished with a clear glaze to produce these wonderful designs.
Blue and White Temple Jar, Birds and Flowers
These lovely reproduction porcelain temple jars are made in the traditional way, hand thrown on a potter's wheel and decorated by hand using a blue...
View full details
This stunning pot in blue and white is a reproduction of ceramics used for storage and decoration in China for hundreds of years. Chinese blue and ...
View full details
Ceramic Stool with Willow Landscape
These lovely ceramic stools are decorated in a classic Chinese blue and white glaze with a traditional design based on a willow pattern landscape. ...
View full details
Complete with a gold pleated and lined faux silk shade, this wonderful jar lamp is decorated with a classic blue and white design showing various t...
View full details
With a lovely classical Chinese blue and white design featuring tropical birds, this gorgeous vase lamp comes with a pale gold faux silk box-pleate...
View full details
Willow Pattern Landscape Chinese Lamp
This stunning ginger jar style oriental lamp is decorated in the classic willow pattern blue and white, the scene shows a typical Chinese landscape...
View full details
Umbrella Stand Oriental Ceramic, White And Blue With Rambling Rose
With a design to match our ceramic stool, this umbrella stand pictures birds perched among the branches of a rambling rose. Made from porcelain wit...
View full details
Chinese Ceramic Stool, Blue And White with Children
These beautiful glazed Chinese stools come in a classic blue and white and are reproductions of those used in China for seating both inside and out...
View full details
Blue and White, Ancient Landscape Oriental Lamp
This beautiful, tall vase oriental lamp is decorated in blue, on a crackled white background, with a classical Chinese landscape scene. The porcela...
View full details
These ceramic jars in a classic Chinese blue and white glaze are decorated with Chinese dragons and are are reproductions of old ginger jars. They ...
View full details
These ginger jars in a classic Chinese blue and white glaze are are reproductions of old ceramics. They come with a lid and are beautifully decorat...
View full details
This lovely traditional blue and white tea caddy depicts a dragon guarding the flaming pearls of wisdom. It comes with an air tight seal so is idea...
View full details
These large ceramic tea urns are hand painted and glazed in classic Chinese blue and white. They include a lid with pointed handle, and are decorat...
View full details
These ceramic tea jars are reproductions, hand painted and glazed in classic Chinese blue and white. They come with a lid with a brass ring handle,...
View full details
Blue and White Fish Bowl Planter
These large, heavy ceramic bowls are reproductions of those used to house prized pet fish in China during the 17th century. The decoration is in a ...
View full details
These white glazed ceramic stools are reproductions of pieces that were used for indoor and outdoor seating particularly in southern China for cent...
View full details
These lovely ceramic stools are reproductions of pieces that were used for indoor and outdoor seating particularly in southern China for centuries....
View full details
Ginger Jar, Blue and White, Tree
Although reproductions, these ginger jars in a classic Chinese blue and white glaze are nicely finished. They come with a ceramic lid and are beaut...
View full details
Ginger Jar, Blue and White, Curios
Although reproductions, these ginger jars in a classic Chinese blue and white glaze are nicely finished. They come with a ceramic lid and are beaut...
View full details
Ginger Jar, Blue and White with Butterfly
Although reproductions, these ginger jars in a classic Chinese blue and white glaze are nicely finished. They come with a ceramic lid and are beaut...
View full details
Ginger Jar, Blue and White, Butterfly
Although reproductions, these ginger jars in a classic Chinese blue and white glaze are nicely finished. They come with a ceramic lid and are beaut...
View full details
Ginger Jar, Blue and White, Possessions
Although reproductions, these ginger jars in a classic Chinese blue and white glaze are nicely finished. They come with a ceramic lid and are beaut...
View full details
A beautiful reproduction ceramic flask in blue and white colour with a bird on a blossom branch decoration, this piece matches our Zhi Que Flask lamp.
A beautiful reproduction ginger jar in blue and white colour with vine leaves and pomegranate decoration, this piece matches our Shi Liu lamp.
What is the history behind blue and white Chinese vases?
Blue and white porcelain originated during the Tang dynasty (7th–10th century), but it became especially popular in the Yuan and Ming dynasties. The distinctive blue comes from cobalt oxide, which was imported from Persia. These vases were prized for their intricate hand-painted designs and became one of China’s most famous exports, admired worldwide for their craftsmanship and cultural significance.
What are blue and white Chinese vases?
Blue and white Chinese vases are porcelain vessels traditionally decorated with cobalt blue designs on a white background. This iconic style dates back to the Yuan and Ming dynasties and is admired for its timeless elegance.
What materials are used in these vases?
They are made from fine porcelain and feature hand-painted cobalt blue patterns, often depicting floral, landscape, or symbolic Chinese motifs.
Are the blue and white vases at Shimu antiques or reproductions?
Shimu offers both genuine antique vases and high-quality modern reproductions crafted using traditional techniques.
Can blue and white Chinese vases be used in modern interiors?
Yes, these vases are popular as decorative accents in both traditional and contemporary interiors due to their versatility and cultural charm.
What sizes and shapes are available?
Shimu's collection includes a variety of shapes and sizes, from small jars and lidded temple vases to tall floor-standing pieces.
Are the designs on the vases symbolic?
Yes, many patterns have traditional Chinese meanings, such as prosperity, peace, or protection, often represented by lotus flowers, dragons, or phoenixes.
How should I care for a blue and white Chinese vase?
Avoid abrasive cleaners. Gently dust or wipe with a soft cloth. Display in a stable location away from high-traffic areas to prevent damage.
