Vintage Chinese Barrel famile rose ginger jar

Chinese vintage ginger jar 

A vintage Chinese hand-painted porcelain barrel tea or ginger jar with a pierced lid. 

Originally used for transporting spices in the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BC). 

Became known as "ginger jars" when ginger became a major export to Europe in the late 18th century. 

In China, these jars are called "guan," meaning "jar". 

This jar features a hand-painted landscape with mountains and a pagoda. 

Blue and white are the most common, but other variations like famille rose exist and this is a nice example.

This particular jar measures approximately 6 inches high and 4.25 inches wide.

Excellent condition with no chips or damage.