Rococo Brass Wall Cartouche with Hand-Painted Floral Ceramic Medallion

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative forms capture the spirit of eighteenth-century French court culture as vividly as the wall cartouche — and this Rococo brass wall cartouche, measuring 60 cm wide by 17 cm tall, distills that sensibility into a single breathtaking object. The composition radiates outward from a central painted ceramic medallion, flanked by billowing acanthus scroll branches that taper and curl with the restless energy characteristic of the Louis XV period. The piece does not merely ornament a wall; it transforms it, lending every room the sense that it has always belonged to a grander, more refined era.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The frame and scrollwork are cast in solid brass and finished by hand, with each tendril of acanthus and every rosette bloom polished and burnished to achieve a luminous, warm tone. At the heart of the piece rests a ceramic medallion hand-painted with a loose bouquet of roses, peonies, and wildflowers in the tradition of Sèvres porcelain — rendered against a mauve-pink ground edged in gold. The ceramic insert is individually painted, meaning no two medallions are precisely alike, preserving the irreplaceable character of artisanal production. The brass surround features a ribbon-and-bow cresting at the apex, a hallmark of Rococo ornamental vocabulary, while the lateral branches terminate in naturalistic floral nodes that echo the painted motifs within the medallion.

Dimensions & Details

This wall cartouche spans 60 cm in width and stands 17 cm in height, making it ideally proportioned for placement above a console table, over a fireplace mantel, at the head of a bed, or as part of a larger gallery wall arrangement. Its relatively shallow projection allows it to sit close to the wall surface, integrating seamlessly with both flat and moulded wall treatments. The piece weighs 4 kg, lending it a satisfying solidity that reflects the density and quality of the solid brass casting.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every Brass & Wood wall cartouche is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans who have spent years mastering the traditions of European decorative metalwork. The brass casting, surface finishing, and ceramic painting are all executed by hand in our workshops, ensuring a level of quality and individuality that cannot be replicated by machine production. This piece ships fully assembled and ready to hang, requiring no additional tools or components. It is produced under the Brass & Wood commitment to luxury craftsmanship, offering collectors and interior designers access to European heritage aesthetics at an accessible price point.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this wall cartouche made from?

The cartouche frame and scrollwork are crafted from solid cast brass with a hand-applied finish. The central medallion is a hand-painted ceramic insert, individually decorated with a floral bouquet motif in the Sèvres tradition.

Is assembly required?

No assembly is required. The wall cartouche arrives fully assembled and ready to hang straight out of the packaging.

Can this piece be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization on the brass finish color. Please contact us to discuss your preferred finish option before placing your order.