Double Happiness Ginger Jar A5 The fish is one of

The fish is one of the eight Buddhist symbols of good fortune and considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity in China

Two metal stays hold open the lid when required

This one is in a dark stone and comes with its metal mount as shown

used by the scholarly classes in Beijing

They were usually placed against a wall in the main reception room with a pair of chairs either side

Double Happiness Ginger Jar A5 The fish is one ofThese ginger jars in a classic Chinese blue and white glaze are are reproductions of old ceramics. They come with a lid and are beautifully decorated by hand with a flowers and a central symbol for 'double happiness'. Note that each jar is individually finished and so may vary from the design shown here as an example.