Ornate Mother of Pearl & Lacquer Wall Panel Set
A striking pair of mid-century Chinese lacquer wall panels, beautifully inlaid with hand-carved mother-of-pearl depicting flowering branches alive with delicate songbirds. Set against a deep black lacquer ground, the iridescent shell catches the light beautifully, while hand-painted gilt foliage adds warmth and depth throughout the composition. Each panel is framed by an elevated border decorated with intricate gilt latticework and scrolling vine motifs, creating a refined architectural surround that gives the pieces remarkable presence despite their slender proportions. They can be displayed together as a balanced pair, separated and hung individually, or even installed horizontally depending on the space. Their elongated proportions make them particularly beautiful in narrow hallways, between windows, beside doorways, or as accents within a gallery wall. The timeless palette of black lacquer, shimmering mother-of-pearl, and soft antique gold allows them to complement both traditional interiors and more contemporary spaces.
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Product Details
Material: Lacquered Wood, Mother-of-Pearl
Vintage Condition: Good with Minimal Signs of Use
Origin & Era: China, Mid 20th-Century
Dimensions: 49.5cm L x 18cm W x 1.5cm H
Weight: 0.5 kg
Curated as part of Les Thèmes ‘Nacre Interlude’ collection, July 2026.
Ornate Mother of Pearl & Lacquer Wall Panel Set
A striking pair of mid-century Chinese lacquer wall panels, beautifully inlaid with hand-carved mother-of-pearl depicting flowering branches alive with delicate songbirds. Set against a deep black lacquer ground, the iridescent shell catches the light beautifully, while hand-painted gilt foliage adds warmth and depth throughout the composition. Each panel is framed by an elevated border decorated with intricate gilt latticework and scrolling vine motifs, creating a refined architectural surround that gives the pieces remarkable presence despite their slender proportions. They can be displayed together as a balanced pair, separated and hung individually, or even installed horizontally depending on the space. Their elongated proportions make them particularly beautiful in narrow hallways, between windows, beside doorways, or as accents within a gallery wall. The timeless palette of black lacquer, shimmering mother-of-pearl, and soft antique gold allows them to complement both traditional interiors and more contemporary spaces.
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Product Details
Material: Lacquered Wood, Mother-of-Pearl
Vintage Condition: Good with Minimal Signs of Use
Origin & Era: China, Mid 20th-Century
Dimensions: 49.5cm L x 18cm W x 1.5cm H
Weight: 0.5 kg
Curated as part of Les Thèmes ‘Nacre Interlude’ collection, July 2026.
