The jar is a rounded, ceramic studio pottery ginger jar with an abstract, artistic glaze.
It has a squat, rounded body that tapers slightly towards the base and the rim. It appears to be made of stoneware or a similar ceramic material with a glossy, drippy glaze finish. The glaze is primarily light grey, overlaid with organic patches and drips of warm brown/rust colour and patches of light blue. The pattern on the main body is abstract, featuring brushstroke-like applications of blue and brown that give it a textured, handmade appearance.
It features a matching flat lid that fits snugly on top. The lid has the same mix of grey, brown, and blue abstract patterns as the body of the jar.
The jar in the image can be classified as a ginger jar. The term "ginger jar" in Western home decor refers to this specific style and shape of lidded ceramic vessel, rather than its original contents.
While originally used for storing and transporting spices like ginger, these jars have long since evolved into versatile decorative items, which is how this modern studio pottery version is intended to be used.
The specific jar is a piece of studio art pottery, likely created by an independent ceramicist, which uses a more modern, abstract glaze compared to the traditional Chinese blue-and-white patterns. Search results indicate that this style of contemporary, artisanal lidded jar is commonly referred to as a "studio pottery ginger jar" by sellers and artists alike.
The jar is in very good vintage condition, with no damages noted.
Height with lid: 16 cm, Diameter of base: 9.5 cm, Diameter of lid: 9.5 cm
