Cup Stand (Tuozhan) with Cartouches Showing Figures in Landscapes, Birds, and Flowers

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Cup Stand (Tuozhan) with Cartouches Showing Figures in Landscapes, Birds, and Flowers

China, Chinese, Middle Ming dynasty, about 1450-1550
Furnishings; Serviceware
Black lacquer on wood core with mother-of-pearl inlay
2 13/16 x 6 9/16 in. (7.14 x 16.67 cm)
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John H. Nessley (M.81.125.2)
Not currently on public view