Finding a hand-decorated porcelain vase that balances traditional craft with versatile style can be challenging for homeowners and designers alike. The Chelsea House Castle Hand Decorated Porcelain Urn, available at LOOMLAN with free shipping, features blue-green vertical pinstripes on a white base with a glossy finish and removable lid, offered in two sizes to suit entryways, mantels, or floor displays.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Chelsea House |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (Small) | 12.5 W x 12.5 D x 14.5 H inches |
| Dimensions (Large) | 14 W x 14 D x 23 H inches |
| Weight (Small) | 12 lbs |
| Weight (Large) | 19 lbs |
| Material | Porcelain |
| Color | White/Cream with Blue-Green |
| Finish | Hand-decorated, glossy |
| Shape | Classic ginger jar with removable lid |
What Is a Ginger Jar?
A ginger jar is a ceramic vessel with a rounded body, narrow neck, and domed lid, originally used in Asia to store spices and later adopted in Western decor as a decorative accent. Modern ginger jars like this porcelain urn pair traditional form with hand-decorated patterns, making them functional storage pieces or standalone decorative objects.
What You Get With the Chelsea House Castle Urn
- Hand-Decorated Artistry -- each urn features individually applied blue-green vertical pinstripes on a white porcelain base, ensuring no two pieces are identical.
- Glossy Finish -- the high-gloss surface reflects light and enhances the color contrast between the white base and blue-green pattern.
- Removable Lid -- the domed lid lifts off for easy access, allowing the urn to function as concealed storage or as an open decorative vase.
- Two Size Options -- choose the 14.5-inch Small for tabletops and shelves or the 23-inch Large for floor placement and entryway statements.
- Classic Ginger Jar Silhouette -- the rounded shape and narrow neck reference traditional ceramic jar design while adapting to contemporary interiors.
How Do You Style Decorative Vases on a Mantel?
Place the Castle Urn on a mantel alongside other vases and jars in varying heights to create visual rhythm, or use it as a solo focal point flanked by books and candles. The blue-green and white palette pairs well with neutral walls and natural wood tones, making it suitable for living rooms, dining rooms, and entryways -- explore complementary pieces in the home accents collection to build layered vignettes on console tables and sideboards.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a ginger jar and how do you decorate with it
- A ginger jar is a lidded ceramic vessel traditionally used for storage; in modern decor, place it on mantels, bookshelves, or entryway consoles as a standalone accent or in symmetrical pairs.
- How do you style decorative vases on a mantel
- Group vases in odd numbers or pairs with varying heights, balance the urn with framed art and candles, and use the rule of thirds to position the tallest piece off-center.
- What type of vase works best for dried flowers
- Ceramic vases with narrow necks and rounded bodies, like ginger jars, hold dried botanicals securely and prevent stems from splaying; this porcelain urn accommodates pampas grass, eucalyptus, and wheat bundles.
- What is the difference between a vase and a ginger jar
- A vase typically has an open top designed for flowers or branches, while a ginger jar includes a removable lid and was originally a storage container, though both serve decorative functions in contemporary interiors.
- Does this urn ship free
- Yes, LOOMLAN offers free shipping to the continental USA with no minimum order on all Chelsea House products, including both Small and Large Castle Urns.
- Is the Castle Urn sold individually or as a pair
- Each porcelain urn is sold individually; purchase two separately to create symmetrical mantel or console arrangements.
Trade & Commercial Specifications
Interior designers, hospitality buyers, and commercial specifiers receive net trade pricing at login through the LOOMLAN Trade Program, with no minimum order and approval in 24 hours. The Castle Urn's hand-decorated finish and classic silhouette make it suitable for hotel lobbies, residential model homes, and boutique retail displays where traditional craft meets scalable design.
| Trade Pricing | Net trade pricing -- apply free |
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| Commercial Use | Hospitality, residential staging, retail display |
| Volume Orders | Project Concierge available for orders over $5,000 |
