Mother of Pearl Octagonal Decorative Plate: Peony Motif on Abalone

“Where form holds light, and elegance unfolds with quiet splendour.”

This octagonal decorative plate invites a meditative gaze. Its deep blue abalone background shimmers like still water touched by breeze, catching light from every angle. Layered across this shifting surface are mother-of-pearl inlays of peonies and butterflies—each one rendered with delicate precision and intentional grace.

Peonies have long been regarded as emblems of nobility and enduring beauty. Here, they bloom in a chorus of ivory, lilac, blush and indigo, their intricate petals brought to life with subtle curves and shell-textured brilliance. They do not compete for attention; they breathe together in harmony.

Among them, butterflies float like silent thoughts—light and bright, suggesting happiness, transformation, and fleeting wonder. Their placement is not decorative alone, but expressive—each one an invitation to pause and notice the quiet joy of movement.

The plate’s octagonal form adds a sculptural weight—a geometry rarely used, yet revered in East Asian design. The number eight (팔), symbolic of wholeness and insight, lends a sense of completion and gentle rhythm to the piece. It stands not as a flat canvas, but as a presence—balanced and intentional.

This piece is not meant for the wall. It stands confidently on its own matching stand, a poised addition to a room where quiet elegance is allowed to speak. It is not loud. It does not need to be.

Each time light shifts—morning, afternoon, candle-glow—it transforms. This is not a static object, but a moment that keeps unfolding.

Dimensions

• Length- 30cm (11.81 inch)
• Height- 30cm (11.81 inch)
• Depth- 3cm (1.18 inch)

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