{"product_id":"de0011","title":"Large Najeon Chilgi Mother of Pearl Folding Screen by Oh Myung-ho","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Large Najeon Chilgi mother-of-pearl folding screen (byeongpung) showcases the centuries-old Korean craft of shell-inlaid lacquerware. Slivers of iridescent mother-of-pearl are set by hand into lustrous black lacquer, catching the light in shifting rainbow tones. A folding screen brings a focal point of artistry to a living room, entryway, or study, and can be partly folded to stand freely on a console or floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHeritage \u0026amp; Craft\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNajeon-chilgi is the Korean art of inlaying cut mother-of-pearl into lacquered wood. Thin pieces of shell are shaped, laid into successive coats of natural lacquer (ottchil), and polished smooth, a slow layered process that gives the surface its depth and durable, glowing finish. The undecorated ground lets the natural iridescence of the shell take center stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eArtist\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis piece is attributed to Oh Myung-ho, a Korean najeon-chilgi artisan. Because every motif is cut and laid by hand, each work carries its own subtle variations—making this an effectively one-of-a-kind piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: wood with natural Korean lacquer (ottchil) and mother-of-pearl (najeon) inlay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: decorative folding screen (byeongpung), large size; exact dimensions shown in the product images.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare: dust with a soft, dry cloth; keep away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture to protect the lacquer and shell inlay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Handcrafted in Korea (najeon-chilgi, mother-of-pearl inlaid lacquerware).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGifting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA folding screen of this kind is a statement gift for a milestone—housewarmings, anniversaries, retirements, or a memorable present for friends abroad who appreciate authentic Korean craft and heritage decor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K-Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57036007440544,"sku":"DE0011","price":489.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5094\/3904\/files\/02_extra_001_7b346864-1143-4395-a8da-840f76d0db7f.jpg?v=1779429821","url":"https:\/\/www.kcrafts.kr\/products\/de0011","provider":"K-Crafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}