“Where symbols speak softly, and light lingers on shell’s curve.”
Immerse yourself in the contemplative elegance of traditional Korean craftsmanship with this curated set of four luxurious handmade mother-of-pearl artwork frames. Each piece, composed with deliberate restraint and precision, blends symbolic depth with the quiet luminosity of natural shell—offering not merely decoration, but presence.
Framed in subdued wood and mounted on linen, the artworks present not only themes but moods: serenity, continuity, harmony, and abundance. Their refined silhouettes and symbolic compositions echo the calm interior rhythm prized in European salons and reading rooms.
The Crane and the Pine (자개 원패 송학문 액자)
Within this piece, the evergreen pine—long a symbol of resilience and longevity—rises quietly beside the poised silhouette of a crane. Revered in both Korean and European aesthetics, the crane suggests peace and stillness, while the pine offers strength through seasons. Together, they cultivate an atmosphere of contemplative endurance—ideal for interiors seeking permanence over passing fashion.
Peony and Bird (자개 원패 화조문 액자)
The peony, resplendent in layered shell, anchors this composition with its regal bloom. Often called the “king of flowers” in East Asian art, the peony here suggests not opulence alone, but balance—beauty married with integrity. Perched beside it, a bird evokes movement, affection, and daily joy—rendering this piece a quiet ode to prosperity lived well, not loudly.
Pomegranate and Bird (자개 원패 석류조문 액자)
Rich with rounded forms and glowing in mother-of-pearl, the pomegranate motif draws from a long tradition of abundance and fertility. The bird’s presence suggests both witness and blessing. Together, fruit and fowl form a composition of life at its fullest—joyful, grounded, and generational. Particularly suited for shared living spaces or private corners of reflection.
Carp and Lotus (자개 원패 연리문 액자)
Unlike flat-cut shell works, this artwork preserves the natural curves of the mother-of-pearl to give the leaping carp a sculptural vitality. Their upward motion through swirling water contrasts with the tranquil bird poised on a lotus stalk—a still observer of movement. The lotus, symbolising purity and continuity, completes a tableau of perseverance and quiet ascent. This piece rewards repeated viewing, especially under shifting light.
Bringing Harmony to Your Space
Whether displayed as a complete set or arranged across different rooms, these works enrich their surroundings not only through visual detail, but through emotional resonance. Their symbolism—longevity, prosperity, harmony, and continuity—transcends time and place, echoing the universal human desire for meaning within beauty.
Hung in a living room, study, or dining space, they offer more than aesthetic pleasure—they create atmosphere: composed, luminous, and quietly alive.
Dimensions
- Height- 59cm (23.23 inch)
- Width- 31cm (12.2 inch)
- Depth- 4cm (1.57 inch)
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