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Chinese Mother of Pearl Intricately Inlaid Corner Chair
Chinese Mother of Pearl Intricately Inlaid Corner Chair

Chinese Mother of Pearl Intricately Inlaid Corner Chair

Located in Miami, FL

Chinese Mother of Pearl Fine Intricately Inlaid Corner Chair Offered for sale is a lovely Chinese

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Corner Chairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Padouk

Chinese Mother-of-Pearl and Black Lacquer Table
Chinese Mother-of-Pearl and Black Lacquer Table

Chinese Mother-of-Pearl and Black Lacquer Table

Located in London, GB

A CHINESE MOTHER-OF-PEARL AND BLACK LACQUER TABLE, 19TH CENTURY. Inlaid throughout with

Category

Antique 19th Century Center Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Rosewood 3-tier Corner Table
Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Rosewood 3-tier Corner Table

Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Rosewood 3-tier Corner Table

Located in Germantown, MD

A Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Rosewood three-tier Corner Table in great vintage condition

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood

Set of 63 Qing Dynasty Chinese Mother of Pearl Counters
Set of 63 Qing Dynasty Chinese Mother of Pearl Counters

Set of 63 Qing Dynasty Chinese Mother of Pearl Counters

Located in London, GB

Set of 63 Qing Dynasty Chinese mother of pearl counters Chinese, early 19th century Measure

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Games

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Chinese Mother of Pearl and Hardstone Decorated Lacquered Side Cabinet
Chinese Mother of Pearl and Hardstone Decorated Lacquered Side Cabinet

Chinese Mother of Pearl and Hardstone Decorated Lacquered Side Cabinet

Located in Germantown, MD

A Chinese Mother of Pearl and Hardstone Decorated Lacquered Side Cabinet. Protective glass top

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Stone

Antique Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Jardinière with Copper Liner
Antique Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Jardinière with Copper Liner

Antique Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Jardinière with Copper Liner

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Antique Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Jardinière with Copper Liner  A magnificent

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Planters, Cachepots and Jard...

Materials

Coral

Vintage Chinese Mother of Pearl Hardwood China Cabinet Curio Display Wall Unit
Vintage Chinese Mother of Pearl Hardwood China Cabinet Curio Display Wall Unit

Vintage Chinese Mother of Pearl Hardwood China Cabinet Curio Display Wall Unit

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Chinese Mother of Pearl Hardwood China Cabinet Curio Display Wall Unit. Item features a

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Glass, Hardwood

Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Rabbit Toggle Charm
Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Rabbit Toggle Charm

Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Rabbit Toggle Charm

Located in Chicago, IL

This petite mother-of-pearl carving is a delightful example of the button-like toggles worn by men

Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Very Rare 19th Century Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Cabinet Cupboard Drawers
Very Rare 19th Century Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Cabinet Cupboard Drawers

Very Rare 19th Century Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Cabinet Cupboard Drawers

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Mother of Pearl inlaid cabinet A very rare and collectable piece, it has two cupboards three drawers

Category

Antique 1820s Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Chinese Mother of Pearl Mounted Box with Four Boxes and Counters, 18th Century
Chinese Mother of Pearl Mounted Box with Four Boxes and Counters, 18th Century

Chinese Mother of Pearl Mounted Box with Four Boxes and Counters, 18th Century

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

An exceptional and rare Chinese mother of pearl mounted games box with four matching interior boxes

Category

Antique 1770s Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Wooden Stands
Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Wooden Stands

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Wooden Stands

Located in London, GB

Pair of early 20th century Chinese mother-of-pearl inlaid wooden stands Chinese, c. 1900 Height

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Pedestals

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Late 19th Century Chinese Mother of Pearl Snuff Bottles
Late 19th Century Chinese Mother of Pearl Snuff Bottles

Late 19th Century Chinese Mother of Pearl Snuff Bottles

Located in Chicago, IL

19th century snuff bottles are each carved of mother-of-pearl and bone for a soft color palette and a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl

Chinese Mother of Pearl Coromandel Lacquered Hand Painted Screen/Room Divider
Chinese Mother of Pearl Coromandel Lacquered Hand Painted Screen/Room Divider

Chinese Mother of Pearl Coromandel Lacquered Hand Painted Screen/Room Divider

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Chinese Export Four Panel Red & Black Mother of Pearl Coromandel Lacquered Hand Painted

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

SUITE OF RARE ANTIQUE CHiNESE MOTHER OF PEARL PAIR OF DOVES MAH JONG COUNTERS
SUITE OF RARE ANTIQUE CHiNESE MOTHER OF PEARL PAIR OF DOVES MAH JONG COUNTERS

SUITE OF RARE ANTIQUE CHiNESE MOTHER OF PEARL PAIR OF DOVES MAH JONG COUNTERS

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

of antique Chinese circa 1900 mother of pearl games counters in a lovely hand painted waterfall box

Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities

Materials

Other

Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Chair
Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Chair

Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Chair

Located in Dallas, TX

Chinese mother-of-pearl inlaid chair with linen cushion with hand-carved details.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Armchairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

LB Antique carved Mother of Pearl Chinese pendant necklace with MOP beads
LB Antique carved Mother of Pearl Chinese pendant necklace with MOP beads

LB Antique carved Mother of Pearl Chinese pendant necklace with MOP beads

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

LB hand Carved Antique Chinese Mother of Pearl Happiness pendant is on offer. This lovely, delicate

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Chinese Export, Ebonized Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Center Table, China, 1900
Chinese Export, Ebonized Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Center Table, China, 1900

Chinese Export, Ebonized Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Center Table, China, 1900

Located in Manhasset, NY

Chinese Export, Ebonized Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Center Table, China, 1900 A beautifully crafted

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Center Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

Chinese Rosewood Taboret With Mother of Pearl Inlay
Chinese Rosewood Taboret With Mother of Pearl Inlay

Chinese Rosewood Taboret With Mother of Pearl Inlay

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Chinese rosewood taboret with mother of pearl inlay and a marble top, circa 1920's. With an inset

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Side Tables

Materials

Marble

1950s Chinese Corner Chair Rosewood Mother-of-Pearl Inlay
1950s Chinese Corner Chair Rosewood Mother-of-Pearl Inlay

1950s Chinese Corner Chair Rosewood Mother-of-Pearl Inlay

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, Chinese solid rosewood corner side chair carved mother of pearl inlay. No

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinoiserie Armchairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood

Antique Chinese Wood and Mother of Pearl Planter
Antique Chinese Wood and Mother of Pearl Planter

Antique Chinese Wood and Mother of Pearl Planter

Located in Toronto, ON

A unique Antique Chinese hexagonal wood planter with inlaid mother of pearl and bronze details.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Pair Chinese Display Cabinets Mother of Pearl Inlay 1900
Pair Chinese Display Cabinets Mother of Pearl Inlay 1900

Pair Chinese Display Cabinets Mother of Pearl Inlay 1900

Located in Potters Bar, GB

intricate mother of pearl inlay Circa 1900 The borders of the cabinets are also detailed with inlaid

Category

Antique Early 1900s Cabinets

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mid Century Chinese Black Lacquer Mother of Pearl Decorative Wall Fan
Mid Century Chinese Black Lacquer Mother of Pearl Decorative Wall Fan

Mid Century Chinese Black Lacquer Mother of Pearl Decorative Wall Fan

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful decorative Wall Hanging Fan , circa 1950's, Black Lacquer Mother of Pearl

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

18th Century Chinese Lacquer Mother of Pearl Inlay Pewter Teapot
18th Century Chinese Lacquer Mother of Pearl Inlay Pewter Teapot

18th Century Chinese Lacquer Mother of Pearl Inlay Pewter Teapot

Located in Brea, CA

18th century Chinese lacquer mother of pearl inlay pewter teapot, height to handle top 8 inch

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antiquities

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Pair of Antique Chinese Horseshoe Back Armchairs with Mother of Pearl Inlay
Pair of Antique Chinese Horseshoe Back Armchairs with Mother of Pearl Inlay

Pair of Antique Chinese Horseshoe Back Armchairs with Mother of Pearl Inlay

Located in Pomona, CA

/2"W x 18 1/2"D Origin: China Circa: 1900 - 1940 Material: Rosewood with Mother of Pearl inlay

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood

Chinese Chinoiserie Dining Table Rosewood & Mother of Pearl Round to Oval
Chinese Chinoiserie Dining Table Rosewood & Mother of Pearl Round to Oval

Chinese Chinoiserie Dining Table Rosewood & Mother of Pearl Round to Oval

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful vintage Chinese Chinoiserie dining table comprised of Rosewood & Mother of Pearl (m-o-p

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood

Antique Chinese Rosewood Armchair with Mother of Pearl Inlaid Details
Antique Chinese Rosewood Armchair with Mother of Pearl Inlaid Details

Antique Chinese Rosewood Armchair with Mother of Pearl Inlaid Details

Located in Topeka, KS

Magnificent vintage Chinese Rosewood armchair with Mother of Pearl inlaid details. Beautiful

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Armchairs

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood

Rosewood with Mother of Pearl Inlay Chinese Chippendale Carved Dining Table
Rosewood with Mother of Pearl Inlay Chinese Chippendale Carved Dining Table

Rosewood with Mother of Pearl Inlay Chinese Chippendale Carved Dining Table

Located in Pasadena, TX

This table is made of a deep red rosewood and has Mother of Pearl inlay. It's made in the Chinese

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood

Chinese Wooden and Mother of Pearl Inlay Pedestal/Side Table
Chinese Wooden and Mother of Pearl Inlay Pedestal/Side Table

Chinese Wooden and Mother of Pearl Inlay Pedestal/Side Table

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Experience the elegance of traditional craftsmanship with this Chinese Wooden and Mother of Pearl

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Side Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Antique Chinese  wall panel Asia black lacquered mother of pearl
Antique Chinese  wall panel Asia black lacquered mother of pearl

Antique Chinese wall panel Asia black lacquered mother of pearl

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique Japanese wall panel black lacquered mother of pearl Verry good condition

Category

Vintage 1960s Decorative Art

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Chinese Oval Hand Mirror with Mother of Pearl Inlay, c. 1930
Chinese Oval Hand Mirror with Mother of Pearl Inlay, c. 1930

Chinese Oval Hand Mirror with Mother of Pearl Inlay, c. 1930

Located in Chicago, IL

This large, early 20th-century hand mirror is set in a fine hardwood frame decorated with mother-of

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Hardwood, Mother-of-Pearl

Mid-Century Chinese Coffee Table with Mother of Pearl Inlay
Mid-Century Chinese Coffee Table with Mother of Pearl Inlay

Mid-Century Chinese Coffee Table with Mother of Pearl Inlay

Located in Chicago, IL

This beautifully hand-carved coffee table features a marble inset top with mother-of-pearl inlay

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Chinese Large Mother of Pearl Mounted Armorial Tea Caddy for MacPherson
Chinese Large Mother of Pearl Mounted Armorial Tea Caddy for MacPherson

Chinese Large Mother of Pearl Mounted Armorial Tea Caddy for MacPherson

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A rare, incredible and large antique Chinese carved mother of pearl mounted tea caddy with armorial

Category

Antique 1770s Chinese Qing Tea Caddies

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Chinese Republic Circa 1930's Hardwood Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table & Stools
Chinese Republic Circa 1930's Hardwood Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table & Stools

Chinese Republic Circa 1930's Hardwood Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table & Stools

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

offer this lovely suite of Chinese Republic circa 1930's rosewood with mother of pearl inlay dining

Category

Vintage 1930s Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Chinese Hardwood Wedding Cabinet with Mirrors & Mother of Pearl Inlay, 19thC
Chinese Hardwood Wedding Cabinet with Mirrors & Mother of Pearl Inlay, 19thC

Chinese Hardwood Wedding Cabinet with Mirrors & Mother of Pearl Inlay, 19thC

Located in Big Flats, NY

features intricate mother of pearl inlay and mirrors on the doors, showcasing traditional Chinese artistry

Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Antique Chinese Hardwood Wedding Cabinet with Mother of Pearl Inlay 19thC
Antique Chinese Hardwood Wedding Cabinet with Mother of Pearl Inlay 19thC

Antique Chinese Hardwood Wedding Cabinet with Mother of Pearl Inlay 19thC

Located in Big Flats, NY

Chinese craftsmanship with ornate brass hardware and decorative motifs. The mother of pearl inlay adds a

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Asian Cabinets

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Chinese Hardwood Jewelry Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, c. 1850
Chinese Hardwood Jewelry Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, c. 1850

Chinese Hardwood Jewelry Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

delicate floral mother-of-pearl inlay and small quadrilobe mirrors. The box opens to reveal a large

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

Stunning Antique Chinese Warrior Mother of Pearl Inliad Paper Mache Dinner Tray
Stunning Antique Chinese Warrior Mother of Pearl Inliad Paper Mache Dinner Tray

Stunning Antique Chinese Warrior Mother of Pearl Inliad Paper Mache Dinner Tray

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

mother of pearl inlaid dinner serving tray A lovely decorative piece, based on the size this would be

Category

Antique 1880s Chinese Chinese Export Platters and Serveware

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Paper

Vintage Chinese Carved Hardwood Corner Lounge Chair with Mother of Pearl Inlay
Vintage Chinese Carved Hardwood Corner Lounge Chair with Mother of Pearl Inlay

Vintage Chinese Carved Hardwood Corner Lounge Chair with Mother of Pearl Inlay

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Vintage Chinese Carved Hardwood Corner Lounge Chair with Mother of Pearl Inlay. Item features impressive

Category

Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Corner Chairs

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Chinese Round Black Lacquer Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, likely 20th Century
Chinese Round Black Lacquer Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, likely 20th Century

Chinese Round Black Lacquer Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, likely 20th Century

Located in Cathedral City, CA

Chinese Round Black Lacquer Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, likely 20th Century Beautiful and

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Black Lacquer Round Hexagon Pagoda Top Mother of Pearl Showcase Display
Chinese Black Lacquer Round Hexagon Pagoda Top Mother of Pearl Showcase Display

Chinese Black Lacquer Round Hexagon Pagoda Top Mother of Pearl Showcase Display

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Chinese Black Lacquer Round Hexagon Pagoda Top Mother of Pearl Showcase Lighted Two Doors Display

Category

20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Chippendale Vitrines

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Glass, Hardwood

Pair of Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Stands
Pair of Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Stands

Pair of Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Stands

Located in London, GB

with mother-of-pearl inlay in a simple yet effective floral motif, that complements perfectly the

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Vintage Chinese Rosewood Pedestal Plant Stand w/Mother of Pearl Inlaid Details
Vintage Chinese Rosewood Pedestal Plant Stand w/Mother of Pearl Inlaid Details

Vintage Chinese Rosewood Pedestal Plant Stand w/Mother of Pearl Inlaid Details

Located in Topeka, KS

Fantastic vintage Chinese Rosewood plant stand or pedestal table with Mother of Pearl details

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Pedestals

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood

Pair of Mother of Pearl Inlay Chinese Armchairs
Pair of Mother of Pearl Inlay Chinese Armchairs

Pair of Mother of Pearl Inlay Chinese Armchairs

Located in Brea, CA

20th century pair of mother of pearl inlay Chinese armchairs. Decorated all over with intricate

Category

20th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Antique Asian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Panels
Pair of Antique Asian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Panels

Pair of Antique Asian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Panels

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Antique Asian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Panels. A pair or Vietnamese works Each one

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Pair of Antique Black Lacquer Wood and Mother of Pearl inlay decorative boxes
Pair of Antique Black Lacquer Wood and Mother of Pearl inlay decorative boxes

Pair of Antique Black Lacquer Wood and Mother of Pearl inlay decorative boxes

Located in Beograd, RS

lacquer wood, featuring stunning mother of pearl inlay forming floral ornaments. This item is a great

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Lacquer

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

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Chinese Mother Of Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Chinese mother of pearl you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each Chinese mother of pearl for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using shell, mother-of-pearl and wood. Find 179 options for an antique or vintage Chinese mother of pearl now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a Chinese mother of pearl — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A Chinese mother of pearl, designed in the Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Tutti Frutti Jewellery each produced at least one beautiful Chinese mother of pearl that is worth considering.

How Much is a Chinese Mother Of Pearl?

A Chinese mother of pearl can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,853, while the lowest priced sells for $236 and the highest can go for as much as $169,877.
Questions About Chinese Mother Of Pearl
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    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 ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A mother of pearl spoon is a small spoon made of natural material specially used for serving and eating caviar. These spoons are handmade from mother of pearl shells found near the coast of Vietnam. On 1stDibs, you will find a range of mother of pearl spoons from different periods and in unique designs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl furniture is crafted with pieces of mother of pearl delicately inlaid in the wood. The wood itself is usually overlaid with veneers, often in a rich dark tone to complement the lighter appearance of the mother of pearl. Browse a collection of mother of pearl furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mother of Pearl can be worn daily, in fact, the natural oils from your skin can help to retain the luster of your piece. However, avoiding excess cosmetics, perfumes or soaps is advisable for the optimal care of your Mother of Pearl. Shop a collection of Mother of Pearl pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl inlay furniture is a chair, table or case good usually made out of wood and embellished with fragments of oyster or mussel shells called mother of pearl. Furniture makers make carvings into the furniture and then carefully add the cut mother of pearl. On 1stDibs, find a range of mother of pearl inlay furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl spoons are made of nacre. Nacre, often referred to as mother of pearl, is a composite material that some mollusks produce as an inner shell layer. Nacre is the same material that pearls are made of. Spoons can be made entirely of mother of pearl, just the handle or additional ornamentation. Find a collection of vintage and contemporary mother of pearl spoons on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    Yes, men can wear mother-of-pearl watches. In fact, there are many men's watches that feature mother-of-pearl dials. Examples include the Rolex Datejust 36 Mother of Pearl, the Breitling Galactic 41 Mother of Pearl Dial, the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Mother of Pearl and the Tissot Le Locle Mother of Pearl. There are no rules when it comes to men's watches, so feel free to wear any timepiece that appeals to you. Explore a variety of mother-of-pearl watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    No, most experts say you shouldn't wear Van Cleef & Arpels mother-of-pearl jewelry or any other fine jewelry in the shower. Although water may not damage a piece, chemicals in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other toiletries may harm mother-of-pearl and precious metals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.