Najeon Mother-of-Pearl 12-Sided Tiger-Leg Low Table

A Twelve-Sided Tiger-Leg Table with Flowers and Butterflies

Najeon is the Korean craft of mother-of-pearl inlay on lacquer. This is a hojokban, a soban (Korean low table) with legs that curve like a tiger's. Its twelve-sided top is set with mother-of-pearl flowers and butterflies. Made for sitting on the floor, it holds a pot of tea or a simple meal for one.

Choose a size for how you'll use it

26 cm (10.2 in) A teapot, a cup and a small sweet 32 / 43 cm (12.6 / 16.9 in) Tea and snacks, or tea for two 43 cm (16.9 in) Also a good snack table for a baby, or a reading table 49 cm (19.3 in) A meal for one with four or five side dishes

One pattern, four colors

Black, red, blue and mint grounds, all with the same flower-and-butterfly pattern. The shell glows brightest on dark grounds and blends softly into lighter ones.

Mother-of-pearl is the iridescent inner layer of abalone and other shells, cut thin. Its color shifts as the light moves.

Made to order

We start making your table once you order. It ships in about 3 weeks.

Before it arrives

Mother-of-pearl comes from abalone and other shells, so every piece has its own grain and shimmer. The pattern and color of your piece may differ slightly from the photos. This is a natural trait of the material, not a defect.

Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Dry spills right away and use a trivet under hot dishes. Direct sunlight and heaters can fade or crack the lacquer. Avoid abrasive and alcohol-based cleaners.