Rococo Revival Reticulated Brass Wall Medallion with Cobalt Floral Porcelain Plaque

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative objects command a wall with the authority of this Rococo Revival reticulated brass wall medallion. Conceived in the spirit of Napoleon III–era French decorative arts — that golden age when the courts of Europe lavished their interiors with gilded metalwork and hand-painted porcelain — this piece distills centuries of ornamental ambition into a single, breathtaking composition. Its diamond silhouette, crested at the top with a dramatic acanthus-and-scroll finial and anchored below with a shell-and-foliate base, gives the medallion a verticality that draws the eye upward, making even modestly proportioned walls feel stately and grand.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The medallion's body is cast and finished in solid brass, worked through a labour-intensive reticulation process that opens the metal into elaborate filigree-like lacework — a technique that demands both precision in casting and patience in hand-finishing. Each scroll, acanthus leaf cluster, and foliate cartouche is individually chased and refined by hand, giving the surface a depth and dimension that mass-produced pieces cannot replicate. At the heart of the composition sits a hand-painted cobalt porcelain plaque, its deep navy ground enriched with sinuous gold arabesque borders and a centre bouquet of roses and mixed blooms rendered in the tradition of Sèvres and Meissen decorative painting. The interplay between the warm metallic lustre of the brass surround and the cool, jewel-like depth of the cobalt glaze creates a chromatic tension that animates the piece across different lighting conditions.

Dimensions & Details

Weighing 4 kg, this wall medallion has a presence that is felt as much as seen. The reticulated brass frame extends across four cardinal points in a cross-axis arrangement, with scrolled acanthus terminals that soften the geometry into organic flourish. A single flush-mount hanging point is integrated into the reverse, ensuring a flat, secure installation with minimal visible hardware. The piece is delivered fully assembled and ready to hang, requiring no additional tools or assembly.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every Brass & Wood wall medallion is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans who have inherited generations of metalworking tradition. The brass is sourced, cast, and finished in our Cairo atelier, where each piece passes through multiple stages of hand-finishing before the porcelain plaque is set and secured. This is not a decorative accent — it is a considered work of applied art, as appropriate above a grand fireplace mantel or at the head of a formal reception hall as it is in a private study or master bedroom. Available in Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold finishes to complement your interior palette.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this wall medallion made from?

The frame is crafted from solid cast brass, hand-finished to your chosen colour variant. The centre plaque is hand-painted porcelain with a cobalt blue ground and floral bouquet decoration, set within the brass surround and secured during final assembly.

Is assembly required after delivery?

No assembly is required. The medallion arrives fully assembled and ready to hang. A single wall hook or screw (appropriate for your wall type) is all that is needed for installation.

Can this piece be customised?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customisation on finish colour (Gold, Silver, Antique Gold) as a standard configurable option. For bespoke requests regarding scale or porcelain decoration, please contact our design team directly.