Mother of Pearl Folding Screen with Four Gracious Plants Motif

“A contemplative beauty unfolds with every panel.”

This exquisite mother-of-pearl folding screen captures the essence of sagunja—the Four Gracious Plants revered in East Asian philosophy: the resilient plum blossom (매화), the graceful orchid (난초), the noble chrysanthemum (국화), and the upright bamboo (대나무). Each is meticulously rendered in iridescent mother-of-pearl, glowing softly against a jet-black lacquered backdrop.

Symbolically, these plants represent the ideal virtues of a noble person: resilience, humility, perseverance, and integrity. To live with them is to surround oneself with silent mentors.

Handcrafted in Korea, this four-panel screen is compact in scale—measuring approximately 40 cm when fully extended—yet it carries visual gravitas. Whether placed atop a console table or nestled into a bookshelf alcove, it brings quiet sophistication to any interior.

Each panel offers a unique view—a journey from season to season, virtue to virtue. The subtle shimmer of mother-of-pearl catches light throughout the day, animating the plants with lifelike nuance and emotional warmth.

Unlike mass-produced items, every detail is delicately hand-applied by skilled artisans, resulting in slight variations that enrich its individuality. These natural imperfections echo the philosophy embedded in the design: beauty through character, not perfection.

Whether as a personal treasure or a meaningful gift, this screen turns space into a story—and makes even the stillest corner feel quietly alive.

Dimensions

• Each Piece
  Width- 10cm (3.94 inch)
  Depth- 1cm (0.39 inch)
  Height- 26cm (10.24 inch)

• Total (4 Pieces)
  Width- 40cm (15.75 inch)
  Depth- 1cm (0.39 inch)
  Height- 26cm (10.24 inch)

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