Rococo Brass Double Portrait Medallion Wall Frame with Ribbon Crest

Design & Inspiration

There is a particular kind of decorative intelligence at work in 18th-century French portrait miniatures: the frame is never merely a border — it is a composition in its own right. This handcrafted brass double portrait medallion wall piece faithfully reproduces that tradition. A cast ribbon-bow crest crowns the upper field, its fabric folds rendered in precise detail, cascading into an openwork scrolling foliage surround that encloses the primary circular portrait field. Below, a secondary cartouche-shaped frame holds a smaller oval portrait, the two pieces connected by foliate linking mounts that give the whole composition a vertical, jewel-like quality. This is not a picture frame. It is a wall sculpture that happens to hold portraits.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The frame structure is cast and finished brass, shaped to follow the organic asymmetry of Rococo ornament: no two scrolls mirror each other mechanically, and the ribbon bow at the crest carries the character of cloth, not metal. The surface carries a warm, layered finish that catches ambient light across its raised surfaces while the recessed foliage reads as shadow. The portrait inserts are fine porcelain rounds — a characteristic of 18th-century French decorative medallions — with imagery rendered in the academic portrait style of the period. Every element is handcrafted by Brass & Wood craftsmen in Egypt, working in the tradition of the Parisian ateliers that produced the originals.

Dimensions & Details

The piece is designed for vertical wall hanging, with the ribbon-bow suspension loop functioning as the hanging point. The vertical composition — large medallion above, smaller cartouche below — is characteristic of French cabinet and boudoir decoration of the Louis XV period. The weight of the cast brass frame (4 kg) gives it a presence on the wall that lighter reproduction frames cannot match. Available in multiple brass finish variants to suit the tonal character of your interior.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Brass & Wood brings the legacy of European decorative craft to Egypt's finest workshops. Each double portrait medallion is individually cast, finished, and assembled by hand — a process that honors the original atelier tradition behind these pieces. The result is a wall accent that speaks the design language of 18th-century France while being entirely of its own time and place.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this piece made from?

The frame is cast brass with a multi-layer metallic finish. The portrait inserts are fine porcelain rounds with classical figurative imagery. The hanging loop is integrated into the ribbon-bow crest.

Is assembly required?

No assembly required. The piece arrives complete and ready to hang. A single wall hook or picture rail is all that is needed for installation.

Can this be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers this piece in multiple finish variants including Gold, Antique Gold, and Silver. Please contact us for inquiries about custom finish options or portrait insert variations.