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Together, they form a visual poem—an artwork not just to be admired, but to be lived with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 40 cm in total width, this compact folding screen is ideal for tabletop display or decorative shelving. Despite its modest size, it radiates presence, drawing the eye with subtle iridescence that shifts with changing light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach panel reveals a different vignette: a pair of cranes by a calm pond, others dancing mid-air, and a gnarled pine stretching protectively above them. The craftsmanship is meticulous. Every sliver of shell is hand-laid, ensuring that no two panels—or pieces—are ever exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike mass-produced decor, this piece carries the quiet imperfection of human touch. The hand-polished lacquer finish and slight variations in hue whisper of the artisan’s presence. These marks of individuality invite deeper connection and appreciation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether gifted to a couple as a symbol of enduring union or cherished as a personal emblem of grace and resilience, this folding screen adds not only beauty, but meaning. It transforms an ordinary corner into a sanctuary of calm—a space that reflects your values as much as your taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet this screen be your still point—a scene of serenity in an ever-moving world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Piece\u003cbr\u003eWidth- 10cm (3.94 inch)\u003cbr\u003eDepth- 1cm (0.39 inch)\u003cbr\u003eHeight- 26cm (10.24 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal (4 Pieces)\u003cbr\u003eWidth- 40cm (15.75 inch)\u003cbr\u003eDepth- 1cm (0.39 inch)\u003cbr\u003eHeight- 26cm (10.24 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42681564037351,"sku":"","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/96C579EF-830B-47DF-A421-6D2337B149DA.jpg?v=1750704637"},{"product_id":"celadon-seated-buddha-statue-in-meditation","title":"Celadon Statue: Seated Buddha in Meditation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Small Yet Powerful Presence of Serenity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Korean handmade celadon Buddha statue is a compact yet profound piece of traditional craftsmanship, bringing a sense of peace and tranquility to any space. Designed in the classic lotus position (가부좌), the Buddha’s calm expression invites mindfulness and reflection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe delicate jade-green glaze, characteristic of Goryeo celadon, enhances the refined silhouette of this sculpture. Subtle craquelure (fine surface cracks) gives the statue an antique-like quality, reflecting the timeless beauty of Korean ceramics. Despite its small size, it carries the depth of spiritual elegance, making it ideal for desks, meditation corners, or personal altars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate a Sanctuary of Peace Anywhere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImagine placing this Buddha statue on a minimalist shelf, a bedside table, or in a cozy meditation space—a small yet profound reminder of balance and harmony in daily life. Whether used for spiritual practice or as an elegant decorative piece, it adds a calming energy to your surroundings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts compact size makes it perfect for small spaces, yet it still holds a powerful presence. This piece embodies not just an art form but also a philosophy—one of stillness, wisdom, and reflection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength- 11cm (4.33 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 10cm (3.94 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 17.5 cm (6.89 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-celadon\" title=\"About Celadon\"\u003eAbout Celadon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celadons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42681576128743,"sku":"","price":128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/B6178C00-4F16-4B3C-9A61-EBF63B337FF2.jpg?v=1707716315"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-folding-screen-bird-and-peony-motif-on-black-ground","title":"Mother of Pearl Folding Screen: Bird and Peony Motif on Black Ground","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnhance your home with the exquisite beauty of this Korean Traditional Handmade Mother of Pearl Black Color Wooden Folding Screen on Table, featuring a harmonious pattern of birds and flowers (자개 화조문 4폭 병풍). This wide and high folding screen is perfect as a stunning home decoration for tables or furniture, and it also serves as an elegant display for potteries and luxurious art crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reflective quality of the mother of pearl makes the birds, butterflies, and peonies appear ever-changing, depending on the time of day and the angle of light. The intricate design, with its beautifully harmonized peonies, butterflies, and birds, brings a touch of sophistication and timeless beauty to any setting. Ideal for those who appreciate refined artistry and cultural heritage, this folding screen is a perfect addition to any home decor or as a thoughtful and elegant gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece\u003cbr\u003eWidth- 12cm (4.72 inch)\u003cbr\u003eDepth- 1.2cm (0.47 inch)\u003cbr\u003eHeight- 38cm (14.96 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal (4 pieces)\u003cbr\u003eWidth- 48cm (18.9 inch)\u003cbr\u003eDepth- 1.2cm (0.47 inch)\u003cbr\u003eHeight- 38cm (14.96 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-korean-folding-screen\" title=\"About Korean Folding Screen\"\u003eAbout Folding Screen \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45257369747687,"sku":null,"price":630.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/products\/image_61b9ac40-f614-4d46-8669-5ff0fe010769.jpg?v=1667793871"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-folding-screen-bird-and-peony-motif-on-wine-ground","title":"Mother-of-Pearl Folding Screen: Bird and Peony Motif on Wine Ground","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnhance your home with the exquisite beauty of this Korean Traditional Handmade Mother of Pearl Black Color Wooden Folding Screen on Table, featuring a harmonious pattern of birds and flowers (자개 화조문 4폭 병풍). This wide and high folding screen is perfect as a stunning home decoration for tables or furniture, and it also serves as an elegant display for potteries and luxurious art crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reflective quality of the mother of pearl makes the birds, butterflies, and peonies appear ever-changing, depending on the time of day and the angle of light. The intricate design, with its beautifully harmonized peonies, butterflies, and birds, brings a touch of sophistication and timeless beauty to any setting. Ideal for those who appreciate refined artistry and cultural heritage, this folding screen is a perfect addition to any home decor or as a thoughtful and elegant gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece\u003cbr\u003eWidth- 12cm (4.72 inch)\u003cbr\u003eDepth- 1.2cm (0.47 inch)\u003cbr\u003eHeight- 38cm (14.96 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal (4 pieces)\u003cbr\u003eWidth- 48cm (18.9 inch)\u003cbr\u003eDepth- 1.2cm (0.47 inch)\u003cbr\u003eHeight- 38cm (14.96 inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-korean-folding-screen\" title=\"About Korean Folding Screen\"\u003eAbout Folding Screen \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/collections\/folding-screen\" title=\"Korean Folding Screen Collection\"\u003eFolding Screen Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45258513645799,"sku":null,"price":504.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/products\/image_8fcec9b1-8377-43cc-beea-48f851eb03b5.jpg?v=1667806292"},{"product_id":"grand-celadon-seated-buddha-statue-in-meditation","title":"Celadon Statue: Large-Scale Seated Buddha in Meditation","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Symbol of Peace and Timeless Craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Korean handmade celadon Buddha statue embodies serenity and elegance, making it an exquisite addition to any space. Crafted in the traditional Goryeo celadon style, the statue’s smooth jade-green glaze enhances its gentle yet profound presence, evoking a sense of tranquility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Buddha is depicted in a classic lotus position (가부좌), symbolizing inner peace and enlightenment. The carefully sculpted robes drape gracefully, while the subtle craquelure (fine cracks in the glaze) adds to the unique character of this handcrafted piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnhance Your Space with Spiritual Elegance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImagine this Buddha statue placed in your meditation corner, study, or living room, where its calming aura invites relaxation and reflection. Whether used as a spiritual focal point or a decorative masterpiece, its presence transforms any setting into a sanctuary of mindfulness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis statue is not only a work of Korean artistic heritage but also a meaningful piece that harmonizes with both traditional and modern interiors. It’s perfect for those seeking a reminder of balance, wisdom, and tranquility in daily life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eLength- 19.5cm (7.68 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 14.5cm (5.71 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 30.5cm (12.00 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 title=\"About Celadon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-celadon\"\u003eAbout Celadon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celadons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47864716919015,"sku":null,"price":390.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/IMG-7484.jpg?v=1695186213"},{"product_id":"celadon-statue-bodhisattva-in-deep-contemplation","title":"Celadon Statue: Bodhisattva in Deep Contemplation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Masterpiece of Tranquility and Reflection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elegant celadon statue captures the timeless beauty of the Pensive Maitreya Bodhisattva, a symbol of wisdom and deep contemplation. With a serene expression and a graceful pose—one leg crossed, a hand gently resting on the cheek—this figure embodies the moment of profound thought before enlightenment. The smooth, flowing lines of the robe and the delicate details of the facial features echo the artistic mastery of Korea’s celadon tradition, renowned since the Goryeo Dynasty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCeladon’s Timeless Elegance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlazed in the signature soft jade-green hue, this celadon piece radiates a calming aura. The natural variations in the glaze create a sense of depth, enhancing the figure’s meditative presence. The wooden base adds an organic touch, grounding the piece with warmth and stability. 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Whether given as a symbol of encouragement, wisdom, or personal growth, it carries a timeless message of inner balance and enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 15.5cm (6.1 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 7cm (2.76 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 9cm (3.54 inch)\u003cbr\u003e\n\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 title=\"About Celadon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-celadon\"\u003eAbout Celadon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celadons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47864723144935,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/IMG-7493.jpg?v=1695186728"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-wooden-folding-screen-for-table-with-longevity-symbols-pattern-자개-장생문-6폭-병풍","title":"Mother of Pearl 6-Panels Folding Screen: Longevity Symbols Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis item is made of Mother of Pearl. It can be used as decoration on the table or shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece- 26(h)* 10(w)* 1(d) cm (23.62*10.24*0.39 Inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Folding Screen (병풍)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolding screens are a traditional form of art that was popular in Asia in the 19th and 20th centuries. The paneled artworks featuring paintings, patterns and calligraphy were used to decorate rooms, to highlight the presence of a powerful figure or as a backdrop for various ceremonies and rituals. Korea’s production of folding screens was very active during the Joseon era.\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\" title=\"About korean 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":47890920800487,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/D4FA6270-4A6C-4307-BB5B-EE3B2B40DDA1.jpg?v=1696573634"},{"product_id":"korean-mother-of-pearl-folding-screen-symbols-of-longevity-motif","title":"Mother-of-Pearl Folding Screen: Symbols of Longevity (Jangsaeng) Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis item is made of Mother of Pearl. It can be used as decoration on the table or shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth(Total)- 40cm (15.75 inch)\u003cbr\u003eHeight - 25cm (9.84 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Folding Screen (병풍)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolding screens are a traditional form of art that was popular in Asia in the 19th and 20th centuries. The paneled artworks featuring paintings, patterns and calligraphy were used to decorate rooms, to highlight the presence of a powerful figure or as a backdrop for various ceremonies and rituals. Korea’s production of folding screens was very active during the Joseon era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-mother-of-pearl-art\"\u003eAbout Mother of Pearl Art\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/the-symbols-of-longevity-in-korean-art-and-culture\" title=\"The Symbols of Longevity in Korean Art and Culture \"\u003eThe Symbol of Longevity in Korean Art and Culture\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article__image-wrap\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48307230933223,"sku":null,"price":306.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/IMG-7549.jpg?v=1702266860"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-wooden-folding-screen-for-table-with-pattern-of-longevity-symbols-자개-장생문-네폭-병풍","title":"Mother of Pearl Folding Screen: Longevity Symbols (Jangsaeng) Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis item is made of Mother of Pearl. It can be used as decoration on the table or shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece\u003cbr\u003eWidth- 12cm (4.72 inch)\u003cbr\u003eDepth- 1.2cm (0.47 inch)\u003cbr\u003eHeight- 38cm (14.96 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal (4 pieces)\u003cbr\u003eWidth- 48cm (18.9 inch)\u003cbr\u003eDepth- 1.2cm (0.47 inch)\u003cbr\u003eHeight- 38cm (14.96 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\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-korean-folding-screen\" title=\"About Korean Folding Screen\"\u003eAbout Folding Screen \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48307237060839,"sku":null,"price":504.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/IMG-7551.jpg?v=1702267199"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-wooden-folding-screen-with-pine-and-crane-pattern-and-poem-자개-송학문-6폭-병풍","title":"Mother of Pearl Wooden Folding Screen with Pine and Crane Pattern and Poem","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis item (자개 송학문 6폭 병풍) is made of Mother of Pearl. It can be used as decoration on the table or shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach Piece\u003cbr\u003eWidth- 9cm (3.54 inch)\u003cbr\u003eDepth- 1cm (0.39 inch)\u003cbr\u003eHeight- 30cm (11.81 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal (6 Pieces)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWidth- 54cm (21.26 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth- 1cm (0.39 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight- 30cm (11.81 inch)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-korean-folding-screen\" title=\"About Korean Folding Screen\"\u003eAbout Folding Screen \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48307246760167,"sku":null,"price":535.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/IMG-7560.jpg?v=1702267990"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-wooden-folding-screen-with-pattern-of-marriage-scene","title":"Mother of Pearl Folding Screen: Traditional Marriage Scene Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Korea with our Korean Traditional Handmade Mother of Pearl Wooden Folding Screen (자개 전통혼례도 신행 6폭 병풍), depicting the marriage scene known as 신행 (shin haeng). This exquisite folding screen features six beautifully crafted panels, making it both elegant and easy to store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intricate design captures the joyous moment when the groom, smiling as he rides his horse, returns to his home with his new bride after the main ceremony. The horse, sharing in the groom’s happiness, is depicted with a cheerful expression. The bride, riding in a traditional sedan chair, remains enigmatic, her feelings hidden from view. A loyal servant walks beside her, engaging in conversation to ease her journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the right side of the screen, the groom’s household eagerly awaits the couple’s arrival. The scene is further enriched by the presence of natural elements like birds and flowers, which are harmonized beautifully throughout the artwork. The birds, appearing to celebrate the marriage, add a lively and festive touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis folding screen not only showcases the beauty of traditional Korean marriage customs but also serves as a stunning decorative piece. Perfect for gifting or as a collectible, it celebrates the timeless elegance and intricate artistry of Korean culture. Add a touch of historical charm and cultural significance to any space with this magnificent Mother of Pearl folding screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece- 8(w)* 1(d)* 25.5(h) cm (3.15*0.39*10.04 Inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal (6 pieces)- 48.5(w)*1(d)*25.5(h) cm\u003cbr\u003e(19.09*0.39*10.04 Inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Folding Screen (병풍)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolding screens are a traditional form of art that was popular in Asia in the 19th and 20th centuries. 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Adorned with intricately inlaid deer, pine trees, and cranes, this piece embodies longevity, peace, and prosperity, key elements in Korean culture. The three-panel design allows for a panoramic depiction of a serene natural landscape, making it an artistic yet functional desk accessory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSymbolism and Artistry in Every Detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach side of the holder presents a different aspect of the natural world. The front showcases a towering pine tree, an emblem of resilience, under which two graceful deer rest, symbolizing peace and long life. The sides feature delicate cranes in flight, representing nobility and wisdom. The mother-of-pearl inlay shimmers with an ever-changing iridescence, ensuring that the scene shifts in beauty under different lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Luxurious Accent for Your Space\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImagine sitting at your desk, the warm glow of the morning sun reflecting off the gleaming mother-of-pearl, casting delicate colors across your workspace. Whether placed in a study, office, or home library, this pen holder adds an aura of sophistication and tranquility, perfect for those who appreciate timeless craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Unforgettable Gift\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis handcrafted masterpiece is not just a practical organizer but also a symbolic token of wisdom, peace, and good fortune. A perfect gift for writers, scholars, or anyone who values the fusion of artistry and utility. 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At the centre rests a magnificent peacock, its sweeping tail rendered with hundreds of hand-cut mother-of-pearl pieces that shimmer with greens, golds, and soft rose tones. Each feather catches the light differently, giving the bird a lifelike presence, as if pausing mid-movement beneath a moonlit sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButterflies drift across the panels, their wings formed from small shell fragments that glow with quiet iridescence. Around them, generous peonies bloom in pale white, lavender, and soft coral tones, anchoring the composition with a sense of fullness and calm beauty. The deep blue abalone background—known as cheongpae—creates a celestial atmosphere, reminiscent of twilight clouds or a still lake reflecting the last light of day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong the borders, a refined vine-and-scroll pattern forms a delicate frame, balancing the richness of the interior scene with a sense of measured elegance. The screen’s proportions, combined with the rhythmic flow of colour, allow the work to read like a miniature tableau: intimate, detailed, and quietly majestic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is crafted for collectors who appreciate both rarity and artistry. Its intricate shellwork, layered textures, and vivid yet controlled colour palette reveal hours of expert hand-cutting and placement. When set upon a tabletop, console, or study shelf, the panels invite close observation, rewarding the viewer with new colours and reflections as the light changes throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than a decorative object, this folding screen behaves almost like a living work of art—glowing differently at dawn, at midday, and under evening lamps. 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Yet within Joseon visual culture, each element carries a precise symbolic role. The yellow cat represents a seventy-year-old elder, while the butterfly signifies eighty years of age. Together, they form a visual benediction for long life, expressed not through numbers or text, but through living forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeneath the cat rests a rock, one of the Sipjangsaeng—the Ten Symbols of Longevity—traditionally associated with immortality and endurance. The rock anchors the scene, suggesting stability and permanence beneath the cycles of life represented by animals and plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNearby blooms the dianthus flower (seokjuk-hwa). Its name echoes celebratory sounds in Chinese characters, and it was historically used to express wishes for longevity and good fortune. The flower’s warm reddish tone was also associated with youthful vitality and a healthy complexion, reinforcing the painting’s concern with sustained well-being across the stages of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly telling detail is the coexistence of seasons. Dianthus is a summer-blooming flower, yet it appears here within a spring landscape. This intentional overlap is not accidental. By allowing different seasons to meet within a single frame, the painting extends its wish beyond a specific moment in time. Longevity, in this context, is not bound to one phase of life, but imagined as continuous and enduring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen this image is placed within the lantern and illuminated, its symbolic language becomes atmospheric rather than declarative. Light passes through the scene gently, softening outlines and allowing the imagery to merge with the surrounding space. The blessing does not announce itself; it resides quietly, shaping the mood of its environment through presence rather than assertion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lantern itself is constructed from wood in a square form, with panelled sides that recall traditional Korean window structures. This architectural framing lends order and containment to the imagery, allowing the painting to remain composed and balanced. A handle at the top permits the lantern to be carried or lightly suspended, reinforcing its role as a mobile bearer of meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork panels are printed reproductions of traditional paintings, applied as visual surfaces rather than original hand-painted works. This approach allows the motif to function as a vessel of cultural symbolism, integrated into an object designed to mediate light and space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by a 9V battery, the lantern can be placed freely without reliance on fixed light sources. Yet illumination is secondary to intention. The lantern’s primary role is not to brighten, but to hold a wish—to offer a quiet image of longevity, vitality, and well-being that reveals itself slowly, over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this lantern, blessing is not spoken aloud.\u003cbr\u003eIt remains, patiently, in light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Battery is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 10cm (3.94 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 10 cm (3.94 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 12cm (4.72 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\/collections\/woodcrafts\" title=\"Wooden craft collection\"\u003eCheck Out More Wooden Crafts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lamps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906173022439,"sku":null,"price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/47748C56-67DB-4754-BF9D-68935207A298.jpg?v=1710538371"},{"product_id":"wooden-accent-lantern-for-hanging-with-traditional-painting-pattern","title":"Wooden Lantern: Hwajodo Traditional Painting Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful lantern is made of wood, and it has a handle for easy carrying. The lantern has a brown frame, and a square base and top. The lantern has four sides, each with a painting of a bird and a flower on a Korean traditional window frame shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lantern is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and warmth to your home, office, or garden. It can also be used as a decorative piece for special occasions, such as weddings, birthdays, or festivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lantern works by battery (9v), so you don’t need to worry about wires or plugs.\u003cbr\u003e* Battery is NOT included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 10cm (3.94 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 10 cm (3.94 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 12cm (4.72 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\/collections\/woodcrafts\" title=\"Wooden craft collection\"\u003eCheck Out More Wooden Crafts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lamps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48910348779751,"sku":null,"price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/289672A8-281B-4DC4-AC07-8E2952D4A018.jpg?v=1710539502"},{"product_id":"wooden-accent-lantern-for-hanging-with-traditional-painting-pattern-단오풍정-연소답청-목재-걸이-등","title":"Wooden Lantern: Dano Pungjeong and Yeonso Dapcheong Traditional Painting Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Light passes from one scene to another, as if time itself were turning quietly.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wooden lantern brings together two reproduced genre-painting motifs attributed to Shin Yun-bok, also known by his sobriquet Hyewon. Unlike singular-image lanterns, this work allows two related scenes to coexist on a single object, establishing a subtle dialogue across its surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne panel presents Dano Pungjeong, a depiction of women enjoying the Dano festival. Figures bathe by a stream, swing beneath trees, and gather in moments of seasonal leisure. Dano, celebrated in late spring to early summer, was traditionally associated with vitality, purification, and the height of yang energy. In Hyewon’s hands, the scene becomes an exploration of freedom and bodily ease, conveyed through relaxed postures, flowing garments, and unguarded gestures. The women are neither idealised nor constrained; they appear fully present within their moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe opposing panel features Yeonso Dapcheong, translated as “young people stepping on green grass.” This scene depicts a spring outing, with youthful figures moving into the landscape. Here, emphasis is placed on motion and anticipation rather than rest. The figures advance lightly, their presence animated by the promise of renewal that accompanies early spring. Nature is not a backdrop but an active participant, its fresh greenery mirroring the optimism of youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeen together, these two scenes articulate a seasonal arc. Yeonso Dapcheong speaks of emergence and forward movement, while Dano Pungjeong reflects arrival and fullness. Youth and maturity, motion and repose, spring and early summer—none are presented as opposites, but as successive states within a continuous cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen illuminated, the lantern allows light to move between these motifs, softening their boundaries and unifying them into a single atmospheric presence. The imagery does not assert itself forcefully; instead, it unfolds gradually as the eye moves around the object. Light becomes the mediator, linking figures across panels and suggesting the passage of time rather than a fixed narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lantern itself is constructed from wood in a square form, its proportions referencing traditional Korean window structures. Panelled sides provide architectural order, holding each scene within a measured frame. A handle at the top allows the lantern to be carried or gently suspended, reinforcing the sense that this object, like the scenes it bears, is meant to move quietly through space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork panels are printed reproductions of traditional paintings, applied as visual surfaces rather than original hand-painted works. This allows the motifs to function as carriers of cultural memory, integrated into an object whose purpose is not illustration alone, but the shaping of atmosphere through light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by a 9V battery, the lantern may be placed freely without reliance on fixed light sources. Yet its significance lies less in illumination than in presence. It offers not brightness, but continuity—a gentle reminder that human life, like the seasons it inhabits, unfolds through shared moments of movement, rest, and renewal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this lantern, light does not tell a story outright.\u003cbr\u003eIt moves between scenes, allowing time, youth, and celebration to remain quietly connected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Battery is NOT included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 10cm (3.94 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 10 cm (3.94 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 12cm (4.72 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\/collections\/woodcrafts\" title=\"Wooden craft collection\"\u003eCheck Out More Wooden Crafts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lamps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48910522613991,"sku":null,"price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/E530299B-D37A-441D-80B5-0CD2A9B43BAA.jpg?v=1710540773"},{"product_id":"wooden-lantern-masang-cheongaengdo-traditional-painting-motif","title":"Wooden Lantern: Masang Cheongaengdo Traditional Painting Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful lantern is made of wood, and it has a handle for easy carrying. The lantern has a brown frame, and a square base and top. The lantern has four sides, each with a painting of a bird and a flower on a Korean traditional window frame shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lantern is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and warmth to your home, office, or garden. It can also be used as a decorative piece for special occasions, such as weddings, birthdays, or festivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lantern works by battery (9v), so you don’t need to worry about wires or plugs.\u003cbr\u003e* Battery is NOT included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 10cm (3.94 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 10 cm (3.94 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 12cm (4.72 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\/collections\/woodcrafts\" title=\"Wooden craft collection\"\u003eCheck Out More Wooden Crafts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lamps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48910632812775,"sku":null,"price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/AE3F5838-7006-40A3-B919-B9ABCA0CD318.jpg?v=1710541260"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-black-color-pen-holder-with-crane-and-pine-tree-pattern-자개-송학문-필통-1","title":"Mother of Pearl Black Color Pen Holder with Crane and Pine Tree Pattern","description":"\u003cp\u003eMother of Pearl Black Color Pen Holder with Crane and Pine Tree Pattern (자개 송학문 필통)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 8cm (3.15 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 8cm (3.15 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 12.5cm (4.92 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":49008738861287,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/1862E48D-3991-4906-A902-84D89FDD837A.jpg?v=1711608782"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-wooden-folding-screen-with-part-of-marriage-scene-pattern","title":"Mother of Pearl Folding Screen: Traditional Marriage Scene Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the exquisite craftsmanship of our Korean Traditional Handmade Mother of Pearl Wooden Folding Screen(자개 전통혼례 구고향지 6폭 병풍), featuring a captivating pattern from a traditional Korean marriage scene, known as 구고향지 (goo go hyang ji). This unique folding screen consists of six panels, making it foldable and easy to store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intricate design illustrates a special moment from a Korean traditional marriage, focusing on the bride, her mother-in-law, and her sisters-in-law after the main ceremony. In the right panel, the mother-in-law and her two daughters are seen next to the bride, engaged in a private celebration known as 구고향지. The conversations and activities remain a delightful mystery, adding to the charm of the scene. Observers peek from behind a partition, adding an element of curiosity and fun to the artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the left panel, children eagerly try to sneak food from the celebration, while natural elements like flowers and birds enhance the overall harmony of the scene. This beautiful depiction captures the essence of tradition and festivity, making it a perfect gift or collectible for those who appreciate unique and culturally rich items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrate the artistry and cultural heritage of Korea with this stunning Mother of Pearl folding screen, a timeless piece that will add elegance and intrigue to any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece- 8(w)* 1(d)* 25.5(h) cm (3.15*0.39*10.04 Inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal (6 pieces)- 48.5(w)*1(d)*25.5(h) cm\u003cbr\u003e(19.09*0.39*10.04 Inches)\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\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-korean-folding-screen\" title=\"About Korean Folding Screen\"\u003eAbout Folding Screen \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49609396977895,"sku":null,"price":567.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/1F0A3B9B-A413-4AE1-8DA4-3165CF481C58.jpg?v=1716588210"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-folding-screen-one-hundred-cranes-motif","title":"Mother of Pearl Folding Screen: One Hundred Cranes Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the Elegance of Korean Craftsmanship\u003cbr\u003eExperience the elegance and majesty of Korean craftsmanship with this Limited Korean Traditional Handmade Mother of Pearl Wooden Folding Screen featuring a Pine Tree and One Hundred Cranes Pattern (특대형 자개 백학문 4폭 병풍). This exquisite piece, measuring 59cm in width and 43cm in height, is perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to any tabletop or furniture display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntricate Design and Symbolism\u003cbr\u003eThe screen is adorned with a meticulously crafted scene of one hundred cranes, harmoniously integrated with pine trees and mountains. The use of various shells, particularly abalone to depict the sky, adds a stunning visual effect that changes with different angles and lighting. The crane and the number one hundred are both symbols of longevity and good fortune in Korean culture, making this screen not only a beautiful decoration but also a meaningful piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultural and Artistic Value\u003cbr\u003eThe reverse side of the screen features ancient-style Chinese characters (전서체), adding an extra layer of cultural significance. It would be a meaningful experience for the owner or visitors to count the 100 cranes on the folding screen, enhancing the appreciation of this masterpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for Display\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for creating a focal point on a table or furniture, this folding screen is a testament to traditional Korean artistry and heritage. It is perfect for those who appreciate fine craftsmanship and cultural treasures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece\u003cbr\u003eWidth- 14.75cm (5.81 inch)\u003cbr\u003eDepth- 1.2cm (0.47 inch)\u003cbr\u003eHeight- 43cm (16.93 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal (4 pieces)\u003cbr\u003eWidth- 59cm (23.23 inch)\u003cbr\u003eDepth- 1.2cm (0.47 inch)\u003cbr\u003eHeight- 43cm (16.93 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Folding Screen (병풍)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolding screens are a traditional form of art that was popular in Asia in the 19th and 20th centuries. 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This exquisite piece, meticulously handcrafted, showcases the delicate harmony of traditional longevity symbols such as cranes, pine trees, and deer, all set against a stunning backdrop that captures the essence of Korean artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for Any Space\u003cbr\u003eThis folding screen is more than just a decorative item; it’s a statement piece that elevates any space it graces. Perfectly sized for tabletops, mantels, or shelves, it instantly creates a focal point, adding a touch of opulence and tradition to your living room, office, or study. The intricate mother of pearl inlay shimmers with every shift in light, making the screen come alive with vibrant colors and patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSymbolism and Design\u003cbr\u003eThe screen’s design is deeply rooted in Korean culture, featuring symbols of longevity such as the crane, sun, pine tree, deer, and turtle. Each element is carefully placed to create a harmonious composition that represents good fortune, health, and prosperity. The mother of pearl inlay work adds a layer of depth and richness, capturing the viewer’s attention and holding it in a moment of reflective appreciation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Piece to Treasure\u003cbr\u003eWhether used as a backdrop for your favorite vase or as a standalone piece, this folding screen transforms ordinary moments into something special. Imagine the soft glow of sunset reflecting off the mother of pearl, casting gentle light across your room, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere. It’s a piece that invites you to pause and appreciate the beauty of tradition, reimagined in a modern context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Perfect Gift\u003cbr\u003eThis folding screen is a perfect gift for those who appreciate fine art and craftsmanship. It carries with it the rich cultural heritage of Korea and is an ideal way to share the beauty and significance of Korean art with someone special. Whether for a wedding, anniversary, or milestone celebration, this screen will be cherished for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth(Total)- 48cm (18.9 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight - 26cm (10.24 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Folding Screen (병풍)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolding screens are a traditional form of art that was popular in Asia in the 19th and 20th centuries. The paneled artworks featuring paintings, patterns and calligraphy were used to decorate rooms, to highlight the presence of a powerful figure or as a backdrop for various ceremonies and rituals. Korea’s production of folding screens was very active during the Joseon era.\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\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/the-symbols-of-longevity-in-korean-art-and-culture\" title=\"The Symbols of Longevity in Korean Art and Culture \"\u003eThe Symbol of Longevity in Korean Art and Culture\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article__image-wrap\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50158210187495,"sku":null,"price":460.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/CBD78DE6-A751-4C47-B57E-74873D45730E.jpg?v=1724540671"},{"product_id":"4-panel-tabletop-mother-of-pearl-folding-screen-with-longevity-symbols","title":"Mother of Pearl Folding Screen: Medium Scale, Longevity Symbols Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroduction to the Folding Screen\u003cbr\u003eStep into the world of traditional Korean craftsmanship with this stunning 4-panel tabletop folding screen. This piece beautifully captures a harmonious scene featuring cranes, deer, peonies, and butterflies, all symbols of longevity and good fortune in Korean culture. The intricate inlay work with mother-of-pearl brings these elements to life, making it a captivating centerpiece for any space. The iridescent quality of the mother-of-pearl reflects light from different angles, enhancing the overall elegance of the screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntricate Craftsmanship and Unique Design\u003cbr\u003eThe detailed craftsmanship of this folding screen is evident in the delicate portrayal of each symbol. The cranes, known for their grace and longevity, are depicted mid-flight, their wings catching the light to create a lifelike effect. Deer, another symbol of longevity, are rendered in a serene setting, surrounded by blooming peonies that symbolize prosperity and honor. Butterflies, symbols of transformation and happiness, flutter around, adding movement and vitality to the scene. The folding screen is framed with a sophisticated pattern that enhances the overall aesthetic, making this piece not just a decorative item, but a work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultural Significance and Symbolism\u003cbr\u003eIn Korean tradition, each element depicted on this folding screen carries deep cultural significance. Cranes are revered for their association with long life and peace, while deer represent health and longevity. Peonies are considered the king of flowers, symbolizing wealth and honor, and butterflies are often associated with joy and transformation. Together, these symbols create a harmonious composition that reflects the values and aspirations of traditional Korean culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhancing Your Space\u003cbr\u003eImagine this elegant folding screen gracing your living room or office, where it can be admired for its beauty and craftsmanship. The mother-of-pearl inlay captures and reflects light, bringing the entire scene to life. Whether placed on a mantle, a console table, or used as a unique room divider, this screen will add a touch of luxury and cultural heritage to your space. Its compact size makes it versatile enough to fit in various settings, yet impactful enough to stand out as a centerpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for Collectors and Special Occasions:\u003cbr\u003eThis folding screen is an ideal addition to the collection of anyone who appreciates fine art and traditional craftsmanship. 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Across its expansive surface, a serene yet majestic tableau unfolds: red-crowned cranes soar among ancient pine branches, deer graze beside flowering peonies, and butterflies drift gently between petals and air. Each figure is meticulously inlaid with luminous mother-of-pearl, reflecting ambient light like a living scroll of nature and symbolism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe crane, revered throughout East Asia, symbolises longevity, peace, and loyal partnership. The deer, with its gentle grace, embodies endurance and wellbeing. Peonies—blossoming in radiant pinks, blues, and purples—stand as emblems of prosperity and honour, while butterflies bring a touch of joyous transformation to the composition. These elements are not simply decorative—they echo generations of cultural meaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehind this intricate display lies hours of handcrafted precision. Each mother-of-pearl sliver is individually shaped and laid by hand, creating depth, movement, and iridescence that changes with every angle of light. The pine tree, winding with quiet strength, anchors the scene in a sense of timeless stability. The sun rises in the corner—symbol of life force and balance—quietly crowning the ensemble.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt approximately 40 cm tall and spanning wide when unfolded, this screen makes an unforgettable centrepiece for any tabletop, mantle, or sideboard. It is large enough to command attention, yet subtle in its elegance. The lacquered black background heightens the brilliance of the inlay work, giving it a jewel-like glow under even the softest lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore than a décor item, this piece is a meditation on enduring beauty and shared values. It invites you to slow down—to appreciate artistry, tradition, and the natural world. Whether placed in a modern interior as a cultural contrast or nestled in a traditional setting, it speaks the quiet language of refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal as a wedding or anniversary gift, or for those who seek to surround themselves with meaningful objects, this folding screen offers not just visual pleasure but emotional resonance. It is a legacy piece—an heirloom of light, grace, and generational artistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLet it stand where time pauses, and beauty endures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth(Total)- 49cm (19.29inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight - 38cm (14.96 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 1cm (0.39 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Folding Screen (병풍)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolding screens are a traditional form of art that was popular in Asia in the 19th and 20th centuries. 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Across its surface, a radiant scene unfolds: soaring cranes, pine trees, drifting clouds, blooming peonies, distant mountains, and a rising sun—all intricately detailed and balanced in quiet harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central panel, wider than the flanking ones, becomes the heart of this composition—a space of visual freedom where artistry flourishes. Mother-of-pearl’s natural iridescence shifts gently with changing light and angle, creating a living surface that rewards contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach element in this scene carries deep cultural meaning. The crane symbolises longevity and grace; the pine, resilience and integrity; the peony, prosperity and honour; the rising sun, balance and life’s quiet strength. 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Traditionally positioned behind the royal throne of the Joseon dynasty, this composition did not serve as decoration, but as a visual articulation of sovereign order. The sun signifies the king, the moon the queen; together with the mountains, water, and pine trees, the scene encompasses the full cycle of the Sipjangsaeng, the Ten Symbols of Longevity, expressing wishes for enduring rule, vitality, and peace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRendered entirely in finely prepared shellwork, the landscape is constructed as a continuous pictorial field across the folding panels. Distinct types of shell are selected for each element—mountains, waves, trees, clouds—ensuring that forms do not visually collapse into one another, but retain their individual presence within the whole. The sun and moon are intentionally coloured, creating decisive points of contrast that anchor the composition and clarify its symbolic hierarchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly demanding is the execution of the waves, pine trees, and mountainous contours through pierced shell work. In this process, one shell surface is carefully opened according to the intended pattern, and a different shell is precisely cut and fitted into the void. This technique requires sustained concentration and exacting control, as even minor misalignment disrupts the visual continuity. In the waves and cascading waterfalls, shell has been cut into exceptionally fine lines, allowing movement to emerge through repetition rather than force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scale of the screen—54 centimetres in width and 37 centimetres in height—gives it sufficient presence to define a space without overwhelming it. Rather than functioning as a backdrop, it operates as a composed visual centre, inviting prolonged viewing and gradual discovery as light shifts across its surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat emerges is not a reproduction of royal imagery, but a distilled interpretation of its underlying philosophy: a world governed by balance, restraint, and enduring rhythm. The screen does not assert itself loudly; instead, it holds its authority through structure, material discipline, and the quiet accumulation of detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 56cm (22.04 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 35cm (13.78 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 1.5cm (0.59 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\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-korean-folding-screen\" title=\"About Korean Folding Screen\"\u003eAbout Folding Screen \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51568431956199,"sku":null,"price":1458.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/AD28A9C2-1D35-45B1-9750-B73B909EC166.jpg?v=1769578670"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-folding-screen-grand-scale-geobukseon-warship-landscape","title":"Mother of Pearl Folding Screen: Grand-Scale Geobukseon Warship Landscape","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 56cm (22.04 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 35cm (13.78 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 1.5cm (0.59 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\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-korean-folding-screen\" title=\"About Korean Folding Screen\"\u003eAbout Folding Screen \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51582000333031,"sku":null,"price":1458.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/08FCE4A4-D690-4678-85D7-8AE0A20ADB21.jpg?v=1763963820"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-folding-screen-banquet-procession-motif-inspired-by-royal-tradition","title":"Mother of Pearl Folding Screen: Banquet Procession Motif Inspired by Royal Tradition","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“A grand royal procession captured in shimmering shellwork — a quiet epic unfolding panel by panel.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis magnificent mother-of-pearl folding screen, stretching an impressive 97 cm across, captures the splendour of a royal banquet procession with breathtaking intricacy. Every panel is alive with movement — musicians, dancers, soldiers, horses, banners, ceremonial objects — each one rendered entirely in luminous shellwork that shifts gently with the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than depicting the king himself, this artwork follows the classical tradition of Korean royal paintings, where the majesty of the court is evoked not through the monarch’s presence but through the elaborate world surrounding him. Here, the splendour of the palace unfolds through its people: court officials in ceremonial attire, disciplined military formations, performers mid-dance, and long lines of attendants moving with composed elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA closer look reveals details that feel almost hidden — the subtle placement of the Ilwol-obongdo (the rising sun, moon, and five mountain peaks) behind the king’s seat, rendered so delicately in shell that it feels like a secret meant to be discovered slowly. The palace interior is vibrant and ceremonial, while the outer sections portray a contrasting serenity: cranes in flight, mountains layered in iridescent tones, ancient pines, and quiet architecture nestled among the hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch duality — the dynamic heart of the court and the peaceful world beyond its walls — is a hallmark of Korean palace art. And here, it achieves a remarkable harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe screen’s mother-of-pearl surface transforms throughout the day. Morning light draws out soft pastels; midday unveils sharp clarity; evening deepens the entire scene into a glowing mosaic. This constant change makes the screen feel alive, almost cinematic, inviting the viewer to linger and rediscover new forms, colours, and stories with every glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is not only decorative; it is a living narrative.\u003cbr\u003eA royal procession carved in light.\u003cbr\u003eA museum-grade work for collectors who appreciate depth, symbolism, and masterful craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplayed in a study, living room, or gallery space, it becomes an immediate focal point — not loud, but deeply commanding, echoing centuries of artistry and the quiet dignity of Korean court culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 97cm (38.19 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 34cm (13.39inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 1cm (0.39 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\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-korean-folding-screen\" title=\"About Korean Folding Screen\"\u003eAbout Folding Screen \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51607208329447,"sku":null,"price":5382.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/9C2C39CC-62EF-4F3A-B001-C6998C79824B.jpg?v=1764746049"},{"product_id":"master-level-celadon-statue-seated-buddha-in-meditation","title":"Celadon Statue: Seated Buddha in Meditation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Small Yet Powerful Presence of Serenity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Korean handmade celadon Buddha statue is a compact yet profound piece of traditional craftsmanship, bringing a sense of peace and tranquility to any space. Designed in the classic lotus position (가부좌), the Buddha’s calm expression invites mindfulness and reflection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe delicate jade-green glaze, characteristic of Goryeo celadon, enhances the refined silhouette of this sculpture. Subtle craquelure (fine surface cracks) gives the statue an antique-like quality, reflecting the timeless beauty of Korean ceramics. Despite its small size, it carries the depth of spiritual elegance, making it ideal for desks, meditation corners, or personal altars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate a Sanctuary of Peace Anywhere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImagine placing this Buddha statue on a minimalist shelf, a bedside table, or in a cozy meditation space—a small yet profound reminder of balance and harmony in daily life. Whether used for spiritual practice or as an elegant decorative piece, it adds a calming energy to your surroundings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts compact size makes it perfect for small spaces, yet it still holds a powerful presence. This piece embodies not just an art form but also a philosophy—one of stillness, wisdom, and reflection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 15cm (5.91 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 20 cm (7.87 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-celadon\" title=\"About Celadon\"\u003eAbout Celadon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celadons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52556991168743,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/Celadon-Buddha-new-13.jpg?v=1788364398"},{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-three-panel-folding-screen-a-longevity-landscape","title":"Mother-of-Pearl Three-Panel Folding Screen: A Longevity Landscape","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis work is chosen by those who recognise that longevity in Korean art is expressed not through a single emblem, but through the careful coexistence of enduring forms.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“The landscape opens in three movements, yet the cranes, mountains and water continue as though no hinge could interrupt them.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis three-panel folding screen brings together two traditions whose relationship is especially natural: the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKorean longevity landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the luminous discipline of shell craftsmanship. At approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48 cm in total width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the work is compact enough to be encountered intimately, yet broad enough to create the spatial effect of a miniature panoramic screen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts three-part structure is central to the composition. The panels are physically separate, but the imagery is deliberately continuous. Mountain ridges rise and fall across the joins; cranes enter from one side and continue into the next; trees, water and flowering plants form a shared environment. The hinges therefore do not divide the image so much as create pauses within it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is why the work was made as a folding screen rather than as a single flat panel. A screen allows landscape to exist in relation to space. When fully opened, the scene appears almost pictorial. When the side panels are angled, depth enters the composition and the landscape begins to occupy the room physically. The viewer no longer encounters only an image of nature, but a structured surface that changes according to position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe principal theme is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejangsaeng\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Korean visual language of longevity and enduring well-being. The cranes are especially prominent. Their extended wings and measured movement create vertical and diagonal rhythms across the scene, introducing a sense of ascent and continuity. In Korean culture, cranes have long signified longevity, refinement and auspicious life, and their presence here establishes the symbolic register of the whole composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAround them, the landscape deepens that meaning. Mountains provide permanence; pine trees suggest endurance; water introduces continuity and renewal. Together these elements belong to a visual world in which longevity is understood not as a single fixed condition, but as a harmony of forces that persist across time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe shellwork intensifies this symbolism because its appearance is itself unstable. Thin shell pieces are shaped and applied to form the principal motifs, yet their colour never remains constant. Silver becomes pale green, violet deepens into blue, and darker passages suddenly brighten as the viewing angle changes. A landscape concerned with continuity is therefore rendered through a material that is continually changing in appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis tension gives the work much of its character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe imagery speaks of endurance, but the surface speaks of movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe border plays an equally important role. Floral scrolls and geometric bands frame the central scene with greater regularity and compression. Their order restrains the more expansive landscape within. This relationship between border and field reflects a broader principle frequently found in Korean decorative arts: freedom is made legible through structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe shell types appear to have been deliberately varied to create contrast. Some motifs remain pale and luminous, while others shift through stronger blue, green and violet tones. This difference is particularly effective in the floral borders, where the shellwork becomes denser and more ornamental, and then opens again as the eye returns to the central landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe composition also encourages the viewer to move laterally. One begins with the cranes and mountain forms on the left, passes through the central scene of flying birds, flowering ground and trees, and then continues toward the wooded motifs on the right. The screen therefore has a temporal quality. It is read through sequence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat sequence changes again when the panels are folded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlight adjustments alter how much of each section is visible and how strongly each part reflects light. In this sense, the screen is not merely an image mounted on hinged boards. Its structure actively regulates perception. It can contract, expand, brighten and darken according to how it is placed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat endures across these changes is the symbolic coherence of the landscape itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cranes continue to fly. The mountains remain. The water continues below. The screen opens and closes, yet the image retains its internal order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is what gives the work its quiet depth: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea longevity landscape expressed through a material that changes continuously, held within a structure that can itself expand and contract.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The result is not a static emblem of long life, but a living interpretation of continuity—one that must be seen through movement, light and repeated return.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth- 48cm (18.90 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 1cm (0.39 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 36cm (14.17 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\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/blogs\/korean-culture\/about-korean-folding-screen\" title=\"About Korean Folding Screen\"\u003eAbout Folding Screen \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52618103161063,"sku":null,"price":504.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/FF219516-9A73-4A22-B820-D41490379318.png?v=1789120538"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/fr-gb\/collections\/table-decoration.oembed?page=2","provider":"ArtinKo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}