Rococo Blue Floral Ceramic Ashtray on Ornate Metal Pedestal Base

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative traditions carry the timeless allure of blue-and-white porcelain — a legacy born in the kilns of Ming-dynasty China and elevated by the great European faience workshops of Delft, Meissen, and Sèvres. This handcrafted ceramic ashtray faithfully interprets that heritage through a Rococo lens: a generously proportioned rectangular basin whose gently scalloped rim and softly undulating sides convey the organic, curvilinear spirit of 18th-century European decorative arts. Resting upon a boldly cast metal pedestal finished in richly gilded tones and embellished with scrolling acanthus leaves, cartouche panels, and shell-form feet, the piece asserts a confident visual presence on any surface it graces.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The ceramic body is hand-painted with an intricate design of full-bloom peonies, trailing botanical sprigs, and delicate floral borders rendered entirely in cobalt blue against a warm ivory ground — a technique echoing the toile-de-Jouy tradition of continuous narrative ornamentation. A luminous high-gloss glaze seals the surface, imparting the wet, jewel-like depth characteristic of the finest European faience. At the center of the basin, a gilded medallion mount in the form of a lion's-head rosette adds a Baroque accent, anchoring the composition with metallic warmth. The pedestal is cast from metal with meticulous Rococo detailing — scrolled volutes, foliate relief panels, and multi-footed base — finished in a warm gold tone that harmonizes with the gilded rim edging of the ceramic basin above.

Dimensions & Details

Weighing a substantial 4 kg, this piece carries the reassuring physical presence of a true luxury object. Its weight reflects the quality of the ceramic body and the density of the cast metal base, ensuring stability on console tables, library shelves, reception desks, and formal sitting rooms. The rectangular form factor provides generous interior capacity while remaining visually refined. Minor assembly — setting the ceramic basin onto the pedestal — is required upon receipt.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece bearing the Brass & Wood name is produced in Egypt by skilled artisans who have inherited and refined generations of decorative craft tradition. The hand-painting of the cobalt floral motifs, the application of the glaze, and the finishing of the metal pedestal are each carried out by hand, ensuring that no two pieces are perfectly identical — a mark of genuine handcraft that no machine-made reproduction can replicate. Brass & Wood offers customization of the metal finish across Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold variants, allowing this statement piece to be tailored to the precise tonal palette of your interior.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this ashtray made from?

The basin is crafted from high-quality ceramic with a hand-painted cobalt blue floral motif under a high-gloss glaze. The pedestal base is cast metal finished in your choice of Gold, Silver, or Antique Gold tone. Total product weight is 4 kg.

Is assembly required?

Only minimal assembly is required — simply place the ceramic basin onto the pedestal base. No tools are needed. The two components are designed to sit securely together.

Can this piece be customized?

Yes. The metal pedestal finish is available in Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold. For bespoke customization requests beyond the standard variants, please contact the Brass & Wood team directly.