Mother of Pearl Desk Stand Pen Holder - Wood Pencil Brush Case
Mother of Pearl Inlay Wood Pen Holder with Four Noble Beings Design
Authentic Korean Craft – Individually handcrafted using the traditional mother of pearl inlay technique, Najeonchilgi.
Sagunja Design – Features the “Four Noble Beings”: plum blossom, orchid, chrysanthemum, and bamboo, symbolizing the four seasons.
Elegant Desk Accent – Adds natural beauty and cultural charm to any office or study space.
Premium Quality – Durable lacquered wood construction with shimmering iridescent mother of pearl.
Meaningful Gift – A thoughtful present for professionals, art lovers, or collectors of Asian crafts.
- Size: 3.1"W x 3.1"D x 4.1"H (7.8 x 7.8 x 10.3cm)
This unique pen holder is ornamented with mother of pearl Sagunja, or "four noble beings," containing four plants, maehwa (spring), orchid (summer), chrysanthemum (autumn) and bamboo (winter) that symbolize the four seasons. virtues in Korea. Maehwa refers to the Korean plum blossom that has long been the herald of spring. Korean artists have been fascinated by maehwa, which blooms at the end of winter, and thus have praised it as a symbol of the noble spirit overcoming all hardships. The orchid that emits a fragrant aroma in a deep valley, symbolizes a noble sage leading an austere life. Symbolizing fidelity and loyalty, the chrysanthemum has been one of the most favorite subjects used for adorning craftworks as it blooms until late autumn, thus overcoming the frost. The bamboo symbolizes loyalty as its leaves and stalks stay green throughout the seasons.
This pen holder brings a sublime natural beauty onto a busy desk covered with modern plastic stationary.