Broad sunflower heads wind through scrolling foliage across this Legend of Asia temple jar, painted in the dense, banded manner Yuan dynasty potters favoured. That layered composition gives the porcelain jar a heavier, older character than the lighter florals seen on most blue white pieces, and every band is brushed on by hand before glazing. High firing seals the sunflower motif permanently and leaves the body waterproof and weatherproof, so the jar is as comfortable on a covered porch as in a library. Generously scaled, with a wide unlidded mouth, the open jar takes branches, rolled linens or magazines, and its ginger jar silhouette holds a shelf convincingly even when empty. Substantial shelf decor for rooms built on chinoiserie decor, asian decor and traditional home decor.