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Temple Jar, Maas Brothers, Hand Painted Florals, Porcelain, Hong Kong, Vintage 1970s

Temple Jar, Maas Brothers, Hand Painted Florals, Porcelain, Hong Kong, Vintage 1970s

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Ten inches tall, hand painted, and made exclusively for one of Florida's most beloved department store chains — this is a ginger / temple jar with genuine provenance.

  • Maker: Made in Hong Kong exclusively for Maas Brothers, Tampa, FL
  • Materials: Ceramic / porcelain
  • Dimensions: 10"H with lid × 5" diameter
  • Origin: Hong Kong
  • Era: Vintage, 1970s–1980s
  • Condition: Very good vintage condition — faint dark mark near base, photographed; no chips, cracks, or scratches. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.

A standout piece for chinoiserie collectors, Florida history enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates the particular glamour of department store exclusives from the pre-mall era.

Produced in Hong Kong for Maas Brothers — the Tampa-based chain founded in 1886 that grew to 39 Gulf Coast locations before its eventual absorption into Macy's — this porcelain temple jar is painted with bold, vivid blooms in a range of colors, the purple flowers carrying a distinctive iridescent finish that shifts in the light.

Browse our shop for more vintage ginger jars and department store exclusives to round out your collection.

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