Vintage Maitland-Smith Porcelain Ginger Jar. Circa 1987. China
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Kilned fired and hand painted in China. Maitland-Smith acquired this piece and sold it through their global network . . . from their base in Hong Kong.
Maitland Smith, founded by a well-known London antique dealer and designer – acquired and reproduced world class quality products. Their expertise includes metal casting, finely executed porcelains, sophisticated finishing techniques, detailed hand painting, beautiful inlaid marquetry and the finest hand carved woodwork.
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This jar has no chips or dings. The background is a rich salmon color with flowers, butterflies, a crane, a mythological creature and other symbols and designs.
How fun! A fun vase suitable for housing large sums of money!