Rococo Brass & Ceramic Tissue Box Holder with Acanthus Scrollwork Frame
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Design & Inspiration
Few decorative accessories command attention quite like this Rococo-inspired tissue box holder from Brass & Wood. Drawing from the exuberant visual language of eighteenth-century French court interiors — where every surface was an opportunity for sculptural delight — this piece transforms a functional household necessity into a collector's object. The deep forest-green ceramic body evokes the prized vert de Bruxelles lacquerware favored by aristocratic salons of the Louis XV era, while the silvered brass framework cascades with the asymmetric energy that defines the Rococo spirit.
Materials & Craftsmanship
The body is formed from high-fired ceramic, its gloss surface absorbing and reflecting ambient light with a depth that flat paint could never replicate. Encasing this ceramic core is a framework of hand-cast brass — each component individually poured, filed, and finished by skilled artisans. The scrollwork panels on the front face are a masterclass in rocaille ornamentation: C-scrolls and S-scrolls intertwine with stylized foliage, the castings exhibiting the crisp, three-dimensional relief that distinguishes hand-finished metalwork from machine-pressed alternatives. The lid's oval aperture is framed by a wreath of cast acanthus leaves and berry clusters, a motif drawn directly from the vocabulary of Louis XV decorative arts. Four elegantly splayed scroll feet elevate the base, lending the piece a sense of lightness despite its 4 kg substantial presence — a hallmark of fine Rococo furniture design.
Dimensions & Details
Weighing 4 kg, this tissue box holder carries the reassuring heft of quality materials — the ceramic body and solid brass mounts working in concert to produce a piece that sits with quiet authority on any surface. The generous interior accommodates standard tissue box inserts with ease. Available in multiple metal finish variants to suit your interior palette, each finish is applied by hand to ensure an even, luminous result that honors the Rococo tradition of gilded and silvered decorative objects.
Handcrafted in Egypt
Every piece in the Brass & Wood collection is produced in Egypt by artisans who have inherited generations of metalworking and decorative arts expertise. The casting, finishing, and assembly of this tissue box holder is carried out entirely by hand — no two pieces are precisely identical, and the subtle variations in the metalwork are a testament to genuine handcraft rather than industrial uniformity. This is a luxury home accessory that rewards close inspection: the more you look, the more intricate detail reveals itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials is this tissue box holder made from?
The body is crafted from high-fired ceramic in a deep green glaze, and the decorative framework, lid surround, scrollwork panels, and feet are all cast from solid brass, hand-finished in your chosen metal tone.
Is assembly required?
No assembly is required. The tissue box holder arrives fully assembled and ready to display. Simply remove from packaging, insert your tissue box, and place on your chosen surface.
Can this piece be customized?
Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization in metal finish — choose from Silver, Gold, or Antique Gold to best complement your interior. For bespoke requirements, please contact our client services team directly.
