{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-jewelry-chest-peacock-motif-on-red-ground-scholar-s-desk-form","title":"Mother-of-Pearl Jewelry Chest: Peacock Motif on Red Ground, Scholar’s Desk Form","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Where colour, light, and quiet craftsmanship gather into a single cherished space.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking mother-of-pearl jewelry chest draws its silhouette from the traditional gyeongsang—a scholar’s desk long admired for its gently upturned edges. Here, that historic form is reinterpreted on a more intimate scale: the upper corners rise softly like the tips of embroidered beoseon socks, adding a subtle lift and grace to the chest’s presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet against a high-gloss red body, the entire piece shimmers with inlaid mother-of-pearl in a palette of iridescent greens, violets, blues and soft pinks.\u003cbr\u003eThe top panel holds a magnificent peacock, its sweeping tail composed of shell fragments that shift in colour as the light moves. Butterflies hover above, while lush peonies unfold around the bird, creating the impression of a small, radiant garden resting atop the chest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front and side panels extend this atmosphere: peonies bloom in layered tones; butterflies drift among them; and smaller birds punctuate the scene with a sense of gentle rhythm. Together they evoke a courtyard in spring—alive yet composed, decorative but never excessive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpening the lid reveals a built-in mirror and a velvet-lined interior designed for rings, earrings, and treasured small pieces. Below, four drawers offer practical storage, each fitted with butterfly-shaped metal pulls—symbols of joy, renewal, and an auspicious household.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough visually rich, the chest carries a sense of restraint characteristic of fine Korean decorative craft. The interplay of a polished red surface, soft velvet, and shimmering shell produces a quiet harmony: a piece that feels at once ornamental and contemplative, rooted in tradition yet suited to modern interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaced on a dressing table, a console, or a softly lit shelf, this jewelry chest becomes more than storage. It becomes a small stage of colour and reflection—a keeper of personal treasures, and a gentle reminder of the artistry that once adorned everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*As each piece is handmade, the colouring of the mother-of-pearl may differ slightly from piece to piece, particularly in the peony blossoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 19cm (7.48 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 12.5cm (4.92 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 15cm (5.91 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-mother-of-pearl-art\"\u003eAbout Mother of Pearl Art\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51555393962215,"sku":null,"price":142.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/E18C34C6-F059-4912-A660-C3D09A9E5389.jpg?v=1763168050","url":"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/en-gb\/products\/mother-of-pearl-jewelry-chest-peacock-motif-on-red-ground-scholar-s-desk-form","provider":"ArtinKo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}