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Ship-jangsaeng, the twelve "Ten Symbols of Longevity"
One motif from Korea's religious traditions that is still most commonly employed and considered meaningful is the Ship-jangsaeng 十長生 십장생 [Ten Symbols of Longevity].   This set forms a very important part of the Korean decorative arts tradition, and was used on everything from...
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How To Clean Mother Of Pearl
How To Clean Mother Of Pearl Cleaning the mother of pearl is something to be done with finesse and a gentle hand. It will scratch easily if not handled properly. To clean the mother of pearl, simply wipe it with...
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