Explore decorative jars and ginger jars selected for living rooms, dining rooms, hallways and bedrooms. Discover ceramic, porcelain and metal designs with lids, from compact decorative accents for consoles and sideboards to large statement jars for spacious interiors.

Decorative Jars & Ginger Jars for Interior Styling

Decorative jars and ginger jars are designed primarily as interior accessories rather than conventional flower vases. Recognisable by their rounded, amphora-inspired or lidded forms, they can be displayed individually or used as part of a more layered arrangement on consoles, sideboards, shelving and larger pieces of furniture.

At K&B London, the collection includes ceramic, porcelain and metal decorative jars in a variety of sizes, colours and finishes, from smaller tabletop pieces to substantial floor-standing designs.

For a wider selection of decorative vessels, explore our decorative vases.

What Is a Ginger Jar?

A ginger jar is traditionally recognised by its rounded body, relatively narrow neck and removable lid. The form has its origins in Chinese ceramics, but today ginger jars are widely used as decorative objects in classic, contemporary and eclectic interiors.

Modern interpretations may be made from porcelain, ceramic or metal and can range from highly patterned pieces to much simpler sculptural designs.

Ceramic and Porcelain Ginger Jars

Ceramic and porcelain ginger jars work particularly well where colour, pattern or surface texture forms an important part of the interior scheme. They can be placed on a console table, sideboard, mantelpiece or larger coffee table and styled either individually or as a pair.

The K&B London collection includes colourful ceramic jars as well as more restrained decorative designs suitable for both classic and contemporary settings.

Explore more material-led designs in our ceramic & stoneware vases.

Large Decorative Jars

Larger decorative jars can create a stronger architectural accent, particularly in spacious living rooms, entrance halls and open-plan interiors. Their height and volume make them useful for filling areas that may feel visually empty without adding another piece of furniture.

Some designs are substantial enough to be displayed directly on the floor. The Camden ginger jar, for example, stands 115 cm high and is made from iron with a decorative lid, giving it the scale of a floor-standing decorative vessel. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

For more tall designs, explore our large floor vases.

Ginger Jars for Console Tables

A console table is one of the most natural places to display a ginger jar. One larger piece can be used as a focal point, while a pair or a small group of different heights can create a more layered arrangement.

Decorative jars work particularly well alongside mirrors, table lamps, trays and other sculptural objects, provided the overall arrangement remains balanced rather than overcrowded.

Decorative Jars for Sideboards and Cabinets

On a sideboard or cabinet, a lidded jar can add height and introduce a more sculptural silhouette. Larger pieces can sit at one end of the furniture, balanced by a lamp or smaller decorative object on the opposite side.

For a more symmetrical interior, matching ginger jars can also be positioned at either end of a substantial sideboard.

Decorative Jars for Living Rooms

In a living room, decorative jars can be positioned on a console table, sideboard, shelving unit or large coffee table. Their lidded form makes them particularly useful where you want an object that feels more architectural than a conventional open vase.

Metal designs can introduce a stronger sculptural element, while ceramic and porcelain jars can bring colour, texture and pattern into a more neutral interior.

Ginger Jars for Hallways and Entrance Halls

Entrance halls often benefit from decorative pieces with enough scale to be noticed immediately. A ginger jar positioned on a console table can create a defined focal point, while larger floor-standing designs can be used beside furniture or in a generous corner.

Where the hallway is symmetrical, two coordinating jars can be used to frame a mirror, doorway or console arrangement.

Ginger Jars for Bedrooms

Smaller ginger jars can also work in bedrooms, particularly on chests of drawers, dressing tables or larger bedside tables. Their contained shape makes them a useful alternative to open floral arrangements where a more sculptural decorative object is preferred.

Choose a finish that relates naturally to the room's furniture, lighting or textile palette rather than trying to match every detail exactly.

Blue and White Ginger Jars

Blue and white ginger jars are among the most recognisable versions of this decorative form. They work particularly well with natural timber, white furniture, brass details and neutral fabrics.

Depending on the pattern and proportions, they can suit classic, coastal, Hamptons-inspired and more eclectic contemporary interiors.

Colourful Ginger Jars

Ginger jars do not need to be limited to traditional blue and white decoration. Yellow, green, orange and multicoloured designs can introduce a controlled accent to a neutral room.

The current K&B London range includes coloured ceramic ginger jars such as the Chesham Yellow design as well as larger decorative pieces with more complex colour combinations. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Metal Decorative Jars

Metal ginger jars and lidded vessels offer a more sculptural interpretation of the traditional form. Iron and aluminium can be used to create larger dimensions that would be considerably heavier in solid ceramic.

These pieces work particularly well in spacious rooms, entrance halls and interiors where the decorative object needs enough scale to balance substantial furniture.

Can Ginger Jars Be Used for Flowers?

Not every ginger jar or decorative vessel is designed to hold water. Many are intended primarily as decorative objects, and some include lids or interior finishes that are not suitable for fresh flowers.

Always check the specification of the individual product before adding water or fresh stems. If you specifically require a vase for fresh flowers, a suitable glass vase is generally the safer choice.

How to Style Ginger Jars

A single large ginger jar can work as a statement object, while two coordinating pieces create a more formal arrangement. For a layered composition, combine jars of different heights while keeping at least one element consistent, such as colour, material or decorative style.

Avoid placing too many similarly sized objects together. Variation in height and shape usually creates a more considered display.

How to Choose the Right Size

The size of the jar should relate to the furniture and room around it. A small jar can disappear on a wide sideboard, while a substantial floor-standing design may overwhelm a narrow console.

Check the height, width and depth before ordering and consider whether the piece will be displayed alone or alongside other objects.

Decorative Jars & Ginger Jars at K&B London

Explore decorative jars and ginger jars selected for their proportions, materials and surface detail. From ceramic and porcelain lidded jars to large metal statement vessels, the collection includes pieces for living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms and entrance halls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a ginger jar and a vase?

A ginger jar traditionally has a rounded body and lid and is primarily used today as a decorative object. A vase is usually open at the top and may be designed specifically for displaying flowers or stems.

Can I put fresh flowers in a ginger jar?

Only if the individual product is confirmed as suitable for holding water. Many decorative jars are not watertight and are intended purely for display.

Where should I place a ginger jar?

Ginger jars work well on console tables, sideboards, mantels, shelving and larger coffee tables. Large designs can also be displayed directly on the floor.

Are ginger jars only suitable for traditional interiors?

No. Traditional porcelain jars suit classic schemes, while simpler ceramic and metal designs can work equally well in contemporary and eclectic interiors.

Can ginger jars be styled in pairs?

Yes. Matching or coordinating jars can create a balanced arrangement on a console, sideboard or either side of a larger architectural feature.