1990s Rosewood & Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Tea Tray – Koi Fish & Lotus Motif

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Elegant Chinese hardwood tea tray, hand-decorated with exquisite mother-of-pearl shell inlay depicting the classic "Double Carp & Lotus" motif — … Read more Elegant Chinese hardwood tea tray, hand-decorated with exquisite mother-of-pearl shell inlay depicting the classic "Double Carp & Lotus" motif — a beloved traditional Chinese symbol of abundance, prosperity, and "year after year of surplus" (连年有余).

Two vividly colored carp swim amid pink lotus blossoms and green lily pads, each shell piece carefully cut and inlaid into the dark hardwood surface. The rich, deep-toned zitan-style wood displays fine natural grain, while the raised rim features a decorative bamboo-node pattern along all four edges — a refined detail that adds texture and visual interest.

Perfectly sized for use as a tea serving tray, vanity organizer, desk valet, or decorative catchall. It also makes a striking tabletop accent for console, coffee table, or bookshelf styling, and is a wonderful gift for lovers of Asian decor and Chinoiserie interiors. See less