Vintage Asian Lacquer Mother of Pearl Phoenix Wall Panel
$78.00
Add an element of dramatic, traditional elegance to your space with this striking vintage Asian lacquer wall panel. This beautiful piece features an intricate iridescent mother of pearl inlay depicting a legendary fenghuang or phoenix swooping through stylized clouds while holding a symbolic ribboned emblem.
- SIZE: 23" H x 11.25" W (Measurements are close but approximate)
- DECADE: 1970s
- STYLE: Asian Traditional / Hollywood Regency Chic
- CONDITION: Good vintage condition with intact mother of pearl inlay; the black lacquer finish shows some light scratches, minor scrapes, and surface crackling from age
- EXTRA NOTES: Features a traditional metal hanger attached to the top edge for simple wall mounting
In Asian decorative arts, the phoenix or fenghuang is a revered mythological creature symbolizing high virtue, grace, and prosperity. Mid-century and late 20th-century artisans masterfully paired the natural, shifting iridescence of hand-cut mother of pearl shell against deep black lacquer backgrounds, creating a high-contrast style that became a staple element of East Asian design export and classic Hollywood Regency interior styling.