- Intangible Cultural Heritage Craftsmanship: Certified Zhang's mother-of-pearl lacquer art (张氏螺钿漆器) from Qingdao, handcrafting paper-thin natural sea shell slices seamlessly inlaid into luminous deep lacquer.
- Thoughtful Double-Tier Layout & Vanity Mirror: Features a built-in HD dressing mirror, plush velvet protective lining, a removable compartmentalized jewelry tray for rings and bracelets, and a deep lower treasure well.
- Auspicious Fish-Lock Clasp & Museum Motif: Adorned with the classic “Pine and Crane Greeting the Dawn” (松鹤迎晖) motif for longevity and secured by a traditional hand-engraved fish lock pin symbolizing protection and harmony.
| Box Dimensions | 27.0 cm (L) × 14.0 cm (W) × 11.5 cm (H) (approx. 10.6 × 5.5 × 4.5 in) |
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| Package Dimensions | 35.0 cm (L) × 20.0 cm (W) × 15.0 cm (H) |
| Weight | Approx. 1.5 kg (1500 g / 3.3 lbs) |
| Materials | Natural Deep-Sea Mother-of-Pearl Shells (七彩贝母), Natural Solid Wood Core, Traditional Chinese Black Lacquer Finish, Plush Velvet & Silk Interior Lining, Polished Alloy Hardware |
| Craft Heritage | Zhang’s Mother-of-Pearl Lacquer Craft (张氏螺钿漆器制作技艺 • Intangible Cultural Heritage of Chengyang, Qingdao) |
| Capacity & Layout | Multi-purpose two-tier storage: Removable upper tray with padded ring rolls, earring slots, and bracelet well; deep lower chest compartment; built-in lid vanity mirror |
| Lock & Hardware | Traditional auspicious fish-shaped latch pin with decorative red tassel; precision-carved alloy hinges |
| Origin & Workshop | Qingdao, Shandong, China (Zhang Mother-of-Pearl Workshop) |
| Packaging | Museum-grade padded gift presentation box, matching red gift tote bag |
| Lead Time & Shipping | Dispatches within 5–7 business days with insured global tracking; standard delivery: 7–15 business days |
Climate & Humidity Stability: Authentic wood core lacquerware responds naturally to shifts in environmental humidity and temperature. To protect against subtle wood expansion or lacquer shrinkage, place your jewelry box in a temperate indoor room away from heating vents, radiators, air conditioners, and humidifiers.
Sunlight & UV Protection: Natural deep-sea mother-of-pearl shells feature delicate prismatic crystalline layers that create their shifting iridescence. Avoid prolonged exposure to intense, direct sunlight, which can dry natural lacquer and diminish the lustrous sheen over time.
Cleaning & Dusting: For regular maintenance, gently wipe the smooth lacquer exterior and shell surfaces using a dry, clean, lint-free microfiber cloth. Never apply household glass cleaners, chemical solvents, alcohol, or abrasive polishing compounds, as harsh chemicals will strip the natural lacquer gloss and damage the alloy hardware.
Interior Fabric Care: The plush velvet and silk interior cushions your jewelry against scratches. Ensure all jewelry, gemstones, and pearls are dry and free from perfumes or lotions before placing them into the compartments.
Hardware & Latch Handling: The fish-shaped lock pin slides smoothly into place. Gently guide the pin through the latch eyelet rather than using force. When removing the upper jewelry tray, lift evenly by both sides to keep your accessories neatly organized.
Each Zhang’s mother-of-pearl inlay jewelry box is individually handcrafted through dozens of rigorous manual steps, from cutting and hand-sawing individual sea shell fragments to layering traditional lacquer and hand-polishing. Because raw sea shells are organic natural materials, subtle differences in shell grain, iridescent color shifts under varied light, and delicate hand-carving contours naturally vary from piece to piece. These organic characteristics are authentic hallmarks of genuine intangible cultural heritage handwork, confirming that your heirloom jewelry box is an entirely unique masterwork.