Umbrella Stand, Blue and White Floral
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This striking porcelain umbrella stand features a traditional floral pattern in blue against a white background. A darker blue band to the top and ...
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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.
Umbrella Stand, Blue and White Floral
This striking porcelain umbrella stand features a traditional floral pattern in blue against a white background. A darker blue band to the top and ...
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Umbrella Stand, Dark Blue Floral
This beautiful umbrella stand is in a deep, classic cobalt blue with a contrasting scrolling floral pattern in white. Perfect to hold umbrellas in ...
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Hutian Blue and White Medium Fish Bowl, Cranes
The lovely blue and white bowls are reproductions of those traditionally used for pet fish in China and make lovely indoor planters. The decoration...
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Hutian Blue and White Medium Fish Bowl, Elephants
Made by artisans in Jingdezhen using traditional methods, this strinking porcelain bowl shows elephants set within a floral pattern. The classic co...
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Hutian Blue and White Bowls, Set of Two
Sold as a set of two, these lovely bowls make lovely ornaments or indoor planters. The blue and white glazed decoration features bamboo stalks and ...
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Hutian Blue and White Medium Fish Bowl, Birds
These pretty porcelain bowls are reproductions of those used traditionally to house prized pet fish in China and make lovely indoor planters. The m...
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Nanhe Blue and White Lion Fish Pot
These exquisite, oversized jars feature a pair of opposing 'foo dogs' or temple lions, protective guardians in Chinese culture and traditionally fo...
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These smaller ceramic jars are reproductions of storage jars once used to hold tea for shipping. Each one is glazed in cobalt blue with a floral pa...
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Small Blue and White Ginger Jar, Dragon
These smaller-sized jars are crafted in Jingdezhen, the renowned centre for porcelain in China. Inspired by centuries-old designs seen on ginger ja...
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Small Blue and White Ginger Jar, Songbirds
Crafted in Jingdezhen, the centre for porcelain in China, these smaller-sized jars draw inspiration from centuries-old designs. Cermamic jars like ...
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Small Blue and White Ginger Jar, Flowers
These smaller sized jars are expertly crafted in Jingdezhen, the historic capital of Chinese porcelain. Drawing inspiration from centuries-old desi...
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Small Blue and White Ginger Jar, Lakeside
These smaller sized jars are expertly crafted in Jingdezhen, the historic capital of Chinese porcelain. Drawing inspiration from centuries-old desi...
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This unusually shaped vase is a lovely reproduction, decorated with a bird perched on a blossom branch. In a classic blue glazed white porcelain, ...
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Large Fuliang Blue and White Ginger Jar, Bamboo
Produced in Jingdezhen, the renowned hub of Chinese porcelain and former home of the Ming and Qing imperial kilns, these large ginger jars showcase...
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Large Fuliang Butterfly Blue and White Ginger Jar
These ginger jars are handmade in Jingdezhen in southern China using traditional potters' wheels. Jingdezhen is known as the porcelain capital of C...
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Nanhe Blue and White Dragon Fish Pot
These exquisite, oversized jars feature a prominent 'tianlong' celestial dragon, a symbol of the emperor and of imperial might. The jars have four ...
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These beautiful, large lidded jars are decorated with fish as a symbol for prosperity. The jars include four lion head handles and a temple lion - ...
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Large Fuliang Bird Blue and White Ginger Jar
Originating from Jingdezhen, the world famous centre for Chinese porcelain and home to the imperial kilns of the Ming and Qing dynasties, these lar...
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Fuliang Bird Blue and White Ginger Jar
Crafted in Jingdezhen, the historic capital of Chinese porcelain, these blue and white ginger jars are inspired by centuries-old designs. Tradition...
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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 ...
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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. ...
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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...
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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...
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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 ...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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,...
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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 ...
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These white glazed ceramic stools are reproductions of pieces that were used for indoor and outdoor seating particularly in southern China for cent...
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These lovely ceramic stools are reproductions of pieces that were used for indoor and outdoor seating particularly in southern China for centuries....
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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.
Blue and White Dragon Storage Jar
This reproduction lidded jar is in the classic Chinese blue and white glaze with a dragon pattern which matches our Dragon Jar lamp. It comes with ...
View full detailsWhat 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.
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