Small Blue and White Ginger Jar, Songbirds TV Unit This was a typical theme

This was a typical theme used for decorating this kind of storage chest and was designed to show the wealth and importance of the owner

and especially of happiness in a marriage

originally intended as a gift box for special occasions such as weddings or birthdays

painted trunk is of a type used by opera troupes in China to store their props and costumes

This understated table

Small Blue and White Ginger Jar, Songbirds TV Unit This was a typical themeCrafted in Jingdezhen, the centre for porcelain in China, these smaller sized jars draw inspiration from centuries old designs. Ceramic jars like these were used to preserve and transport valuable goods overseas and still today they showcase expert craftsmanship and a rich cultural heritage. This particular design shows a pair of songbirds perched on a rock flanked with flowering trees.