japaneseaesthetics:Haidai or sake cup stand with a tall, cylindrical stem supporting
japaneseaesthetics:Haidai or sake cup stand with a tall, cylindrical stem supporting a curving saucer and bowl-form finial. Of red lacquer over a carved wood base. Edo period, late 17th – early 18th century, Japan. Stands and trays such as this were used by individuals of very high status, such as feudal lords. -- source link