Large Najeon Chilgi Mother of Pearl Plate & Tray — Dangcho by Park In-ho

Overview

This Large Najeon Chilgi mother-of-pearl plate and tray features the Dangcho (당초 (dangcho, arabesque scroll)) motif, a Korean symbol of continuity and prosperity. Hand-inlaid iridescent shell is set into deep Korean lacquer, so the design shifts in color as the light moves. It works equally as a display centerpiece on a table or shelf and as a refined serving or catch-all tray for special occasions.

Heritage & Craft

The dangcho is a flowing scroll-and-vine pattern whose unbroken, continuously winding line stands for continuity, prosperity, and long, unending life. As an all-over ornamental motif it has decorated Korean lacquerware for centuries, here traced in luminous mother-of-pearl across the lacquer ground.

Artist

This piece is attributed to Park In-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.

Specifications

• Material: wood with natural Korean lacquer (ottchil) and mother-of-pearl (najeon) inlay.
• Format: decorative plate and tray, large size; exact dimensions shown in the product images.
• Care: dust with a soft, dry cloth; keep away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture to protect the lacquer and shell inlay.
• Origin: Handcrafted in Korea (najeon-chilgi, mother-of-pearl inlaid lacquerware).

Gifting

Presented in its display-ready form, this piece makes an elegant gift for weddings, anniversaries, corporate occasions, or for overseas friends seeking a distinctive token of Korean artistry.