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Guest Picks: Pay Decorating Homage to Temple Jars
Set out these classic chinoiserie accessories for a table or shelf worthy of veneration
Hi! I live in New Orleans, but work everywhere as a stylist, interior decorator, designer of boutique events, and as a freelance writer. I write the blog The Visual Vamp.
Hi! I live in New Orleans, but work everywhere as a stylist, interior decorator,... More »
Every decorator and designer loves to use the temple jar as an accessory. What exactly is a temple jar? Simply, it is a ginger jar–style vase with a lid on it. Some say the cover resembles a Chinese general's hat from the old days, and some say that it is symbolic of the roof of an Asian temple. You might think that temple jars are old school, and while I prefer to call them classic, they have found their way into stylish modern rooms. Hip designers like Miles Redd, Tobi Fairley and Mary McDonald use temple jars as a go-to accent. And now you can too, as I present this roundup of temple jars. — Valorie from The Visual Vamp
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Designer Kendall Wilkinson uses a large temple jar in front of a mirror in this living area.
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Who doesn't know that green is the hot color happening right now? However, green is as timeless as temple jars, so why not get one or two?
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The pierced ceramic temple jar can go traditional or modern, depending on how it's styled in your home.
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Brights! I love this orange temple jar. Don't shy away from the eBay link; it's for a store that can restock any item.
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Traditional Chinese designs are often associated with temple jars. I love this green and white pattern with a dragon for a fresh yet traditional look.
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If you don't like a shiny surface, the more matte finish on this green temple jar is just the thing.
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You can't go wrong with white, often called blanc de chine. I love this modern take on the temple jar with the delicate gold pattern and the ring on top of the lid.
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Here's a more traditional white temple jar with embossed flowers. It's a great transitional piece.
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Are earth tones your thing? I love this very affordable pierced temple jar in a natural stone color.
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How much more versatile can you get than this clean white temple jar? It could be used in every room of any house.
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Another take on earth tones is this more traditional temple jar with an all-over brown and white pattern.
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The rustic, organic texture on this temple jar has a nice masculine vibe.
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The large open piercings on this neutral temple jar make it stand out.
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Temple jars are most often thought of in the classic blue and white pattern. These are sold as a set of two.
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Robin's egg blue is a more modern interpretation of the classic blue temple jar.
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Here's another shade of soft blue that gives the temple jar a contemporary vibe.
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Nothing beats the classic blue and white temple jar, and you can use it in any decorating scheme: traditional, transitional or modern.
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A strong bright cobalt blue temple jar gives a big visual bang for the buck. These beauties are sold as a set.
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This deep oxblood red temple jar is stunning. Mix it in with other reds, pinks and oranges.
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Could this be the little black dress of temple jars? The chinoiserie pattern is so chic and current.
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Go bold with this yellow temple jar.
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As far as temple jars go, the thinking is the bigger the better. But if you don't have room for grand gestures, this pair of small yellow jars is a way to get in on the fun.
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Whether you use one temple jar or pair them up, just make sure that you add them to your tool box of decorating must-haves.
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bruinette Oh wow! I want ALL of these jars!
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Taschja Hattingh I've seen people turn them into bedside lamps - gorgeos!
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Ideabook published on March 5, 2013.
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