A pair of blue and white stands

Title
A pair of blue and white stands
Year/Period
Qing dynasty (Qianlong period 1736–1795)
Region
China
Object Type
Dimension
Gross Measurement: Please refer to inidividual's measurement
Accession No.
2015-00202

These stands were probably used on a dining table to elevate serving dishes. The shape was uncommon in Asia at the time, so these were likely intended for the European market. They are decorated in underglaze cobalt blue, with piercings, and a simple blue border.