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What is Korean mother of pearl?
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Korean mother of pearl is abalone shell that comes from the Republic of South Korea. There, artisans use the shimmering shell fragments to decorate wooden furniture and decorative objects using an inlay technique called najeonchilgi. Shop a variety of wood furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
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Korean Mother-of-Pearl Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
beautiful mother-of-pearl inlay, a decorative technique known as "najeonchilgi." During the Joseon era (1392
Category
20th Century Korean Furniture
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer, Paper
Korean Lacquer and Mother of Pearl Inlay Stationery Box, c. 1930's, Korea
Located in Austin, TX
An elegant Korean black lacquer and mother of pearl inlay stationery box with lion and peony, circa
Category
Vintage 1930s Decorative Boxes
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Softwood, Lacquer
Korean Lacquered Wood and Mother of Pearl Inlay Chest, Joseon Dynasty, 19th c
Located in Austin, TX
A charming Korean keyaki (Japanese elm), lacquer, and mother-of-pearl inlaid personal accessory
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Korean Scholar's Objects
Materials
Brass
Korean Lacquer and Mother of Pearl Inlay "Longevity" Box, 1930s, Korea
Located in Austin, TX
A fine and elegant Korean black lacquer and abalone mother of pearl inlay "longevity" box, circa
Category
Vintage 1930s Korean Showa Lacquer
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Abalone
Jagae, Black coffee table with mother of pearl embellisments
By WKND Lab
Located in Miami Beach, FL
: Lacquer, Mother of pearls mosaic
Material: Wood
Heritage: Korea
The Jagae table is a unique coffee table
Category
2010s North Korean Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Mid-Century Asian Cloisonné Mother of Pearl Peacock Vase
Located in West Chester, PA
A lovely vintage Asian cloisonné vase featuring brilliant mother of pearl accents from the mid-20th
Category
20th Century Korean Chinoiserie Vases
Materials
Brass, Enamel