Small Najeon Chilgi Mother of Pearl Plate & Tray — Sipjangsaeng

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OverviewThis Small Najeon Chilgi mother-of-pearl plate and tray features the Sipjangsaeng (십장생 (Sipjangsaeng, the Ten Symbols of Longevity)) motif, a Korean symbol of long life and good fortune. Hand-inlaid iridescent shell is 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 & CraftSipjangsaeng gathers the ten traditional Korean symbols of long life—sun, mountain, water, rock, cloud, pine, the bullocho fungus of immortality, turtle, deer, and crane—into a single auspicious composition. Long favored by the royal court for blessings of health and longevity, the motif is painstakingly rendered here in cut mother-of-pearl, each element shimmering against the black lacquer.Specifications Material: wood with natural Korean lacquer (ottchil) and mother-of-pearl (najeon) inlay. Format: decorative plate and tray, small size; 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