Najeon Chilgi Mother of Pearl Plate & Tray — Plum Blossom by Yoo Chang-geun

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OverviewThis Najeon Chilgi mother-of-pearl plate and tray features the Plum Blossom (매화 (maehwa)) motif, a Korean symbol of perseverance and renewal. Hand-inlaid iridescent shell i s set into deep Korean lacquer, so the design shifts in color as the light moves. It works equally as a display centerpiece on a table or shelf and as a refined serving or catch-all tray for special occasions.Heritage & CraftThe plum blossom opens while snow still lingers, making it Korea's emblem of perseverance, purity, and hope renewed. One of the Four Gracious Plants, it has been a scholar's motif for centuries. Cut from mother-of-pearl, the delicate petals glow with a soft pearlescent sheen against the lacquer.ArtistThis piece is attributed to Yoo Chang-geun, a Korean najeon-chilgi artisan. Because every motif is cut and laid by hand, each work carries its own subtle variations—making this an effectively one-of-a-kind piece.Specifications Material: wood with natural Korean lacquer (ottchil) and mother-of-pearl (najeon) inlay. Format: decorative plate and tray; exact dimensions shown in the product images. Care: dust with a soft, dry cloth; keep away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture to protect the lacquer and shell inlay. Origin: Handcrafted in Korea (najeon-chilgi, mother-of-pearl inlaid lacquerware). GiftingPresented in its display-ready form, this piece makes an elegant gift for weddings, anniversaries, corporate occasions, or for overseas friends seeking a distinctive token of Korean artistry. Show more