{"product_id":"mother-of-pearl-octagonal-tray-chrysanthemum-and-butterfly-on-abalone","title":"Mother of Pearl Octagonal Tray: Chrysanthemum and Butterfly on Abalone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Where stillness glimmers and wings dance through light.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite octagonal tray brings together the timeless grace of Korean mother-of-pearl craft and the poetic symbolism of nature. Against a shimmering abalone background, chrysanthemums and butterflies unfold in harmonious rhythm—each inlay catching light in a constantly changing spectrum of iridescent hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe octagonal form, distinct from the circular tray, embodies restraint and completion. In East Asian tradition, and particularly in Korea, the number eight (팔) signifies enlightenment and wholeness—making the octagon a revered symbol in both architecture and fine craft. Its geometry offers a quiet sense of stability and contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chrysanthemum (국화), admired for blooming in the chill of autumn, represents resilience, integrity, and the beauty of calm perseverance. The butterfly (나비), in contrast, symbolises transformation, joy, and fleeting grace—a messenger of renewal and lightness. Together, they create a poetic balance between steadfastness and freedom, between stillness and motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe abalone background (청패) enhances this dialogue of contrasts. Its deep oceanic iridescence evokes mystery and fluid depth—mirroring the changing light of dawn and dusk. No viewing angle is ever the same; each moment reveals a new facet, as if the piece itself were alive with quiet breath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether used as a decorative centrepiece or displayed as art, this tray transforms its surroundings with serenity and luminous refinement.\u003cbr\u003eIt is not merely an object—it is an atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength- 30cm (11.81 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight- 30cm (11.81 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth- 3cm (1.18 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\/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","brand":"Mother of Pearls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51480013111527,"sku":null,"price":432.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/0100\/1191\/files\/079D8BE5-02D5-40DB-A0AE-EECF1C74DDD9.jpg?v=1762300312","url":"https:\/\/www.artinko.com\/fr-gb\/products\/mother-of-pearl-octagonal-tray-chrysanthemum-and-butterfly-on-abalone","provider":"ArtinKo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}