국립중앙박물관 NATIONAL MUSEUM OF KOREA

Highlights
Lacquered Case with Inlaid Mother-of-pearl Chrysanthemum, Peony, Scroll, Plum and Bamboo Design
  • Nationality/Period

    Joseon Dynasty

  • Materials

    Bone, Horn and Shell - Lacquerware Inlaid With Mother-Of-Pearl

  • Category

    Housing - Daily Utensils - Furniture - Wooden Box

  • Dimensions

    H. 8.0cm, L. 31.3cm, W. 31.3cm

  • Accession Number

    Deoksu 4161

The lid of this case is decorated with inlaid mother-of-pearl chrysanthemum, peony, and lotus flower designs, while its sides are adorned with plum, orchid, pine, and bamboo motifs. This type of lacquerware was common in the 17th and 18th centuries.