蜔 (diàn) - A variant form used in the word for

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diàn ｜ 13 strokes ｜ radical:

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蜔 · diàn

A variant form used in the word for 'inlaid lacquerware' or 'mother-of-pearl inlay', specifically in the term 螺蜔 (luó diàn), referring to intricate shell inlay work.

A variant form used in the word for

Usage highlights

螺蜔螺蜔工艺螺蜔漆器贝壳螺蜔

Synonyms

  • 螺钿— mother-of-pearl inlay (more common variant)
  • 镶嵌— inlay work

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The antique cabinet featured exquisite mother-of-pearl inlay (螺蜔工艺).
  • Traditional螺蜔 artwork uses shells and lacquer.
  • This螺蜔 box displays remarkable craftsmanship.

Collocations

  • luó diàn(螺蜔)
  • luó diàn gōng yì(螺蜔工艺)
  • luó diàn qī qì(螺蜔漆器)
  • bèi ké luó diàn(贝壳螺蜔)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 蜔 is primarily used in the term 螺蜔, which refers to a traditional Chinese decorative technique of inlaying mother-of-pearl or shells into lacquerware.
  • This craft has historical significance in Chinese decorative arts, particularly during the Ming and Qing dynasties.
  • The character itself is relatively rare and specialized, mainly appearing in artistic and craft contexts.

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