Pair of Ginger jars from Oakland's Chinatown, c. 1920s
Entry/Object ID
1985.85.3
Description
Acc. No. 85.85.3 a. & b.
Subject Category: Household
Date or Period: C. 1920's
Object: Ginger jar (pair)
Description: Ginger jar (pair), pottery with dark brown colored glaze exterior. Unmarked (of Chinese origin).
Size: H-20 inches.
History of Object: Pair of Chinese ginger jars purchased in Oakland's Chinatown, in the 1920's by the donor who is a descendant of the Andersons (pioneers of Bay Farm Island, Alameda). The jars were purchased filled with ginger for 50 cents each. Since their purchase in the 1920's they have been used as decorative items at 1611 Bay Street, Alameda.
Acquired from: Elvira J. Bisbee
Date: 10-85
