Joseon Turtle Mother of Pearl Jewelry Box - Peony, Crane & Pine, Butterfly, Flowers & Birds Motif (Oh Myung-ho)

OverviewA rectangular lidded jewelry box in the Joseon style, its lid inlaid with peonies, blossoms and butterflies in natural mother-of-pearl inside a fine nacre border, with a re d velvet interior and ring roll. Attributed to Oh Myung-ho.Heritage & CraftThe peony (moran) is Korea's flower of wealth and honor, and the butterflies that settle among the blossoms are read as joy — a pairing chosen for pieces meant to be given. Every petal and wing is an individually cut piece of natural shell set into the lacquer by hand, and the banded border is laid in separately, sliver by sliver.The Artisan — Oh Myung-hoThis piece is attributed to Oh Myung-ho. As with all hand-inlaid work, each box is individual.Specifications Material: Lacquered wood with hand-inlaid natural mother-of-pearl (nacre), velvet-lined interior Form: Rectangular lidded box with metal clasp and ring roll Inlay design: Varies by piece; peony and butterfly, blossoms, or flowers and birds Care: Wipe with a soft, dry cloth; avoid direct sun and moisture Origin: Handmade in South Korea Brand: K-Crafts | Code: JP0124 GiftingA meaning-rich gift for birthdays, housewarmings, and international gifting. Ships worldwide in protective packaging.Buying Guides & Related Collections Compare mother-of-pearl box sizes and layouts Browse related products Plan your gift budget including shipping Shipping estimates and import charges · Returns and refunds Show more