Art Nouveau Brass & Cobalt Ceramic Tissue Box - Rose Branch Relief

Design & Inspiration

Drawing from the sinuous, nature-inspired vocabulary of the Art Nouveau movement — the style that swept European decorative arts from the 1890s through the early 1900s — this handcrafted tissue box is far more than a functional accessory. It is a small sculpture for the living room console, the bedroom vanity, or the reception side table. The deep cobalt glaze of the ceramic body commands attention the moment it catches the light, evoking the rich midnight-blue porcelain traditions of nineteenth-century European ateliers, while the sweeping brass framework lifts it into an entirely different register of luxury.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The body is formed from high-fired ceramic finished in a vivid cobalt glaze — a color historically associated with prestige, from Delftware to Sèvres porcelain. Encasing it is a precisely cast brass framework featuring the hallmarks of Art Nouveau ornamentation: a climbing rose-branch appliqué on each face, rendered with naturalistic leaves and full blooms in dimensional relief; an ornate wreath-form handle atop the lid, constructed from interlocking twigs and foliage; elegantly scrolled side handles that echo the movement's love of organic line; and four decorative splayed feet, each richly chased with foliate detail. Every brass element is finished by hand, ensuring crisp definition in even the finest leaf veins and petal curves.

Dimensions & Details

Designed to accommodate standard rectangular tissue boxes, this piece arrives fully assembled and ready to display. The cobalt ceramic insert is removable for easy tissue replacement. At 4 kg, the substantial weight lends a sense of permanence and quality that lightweight alternatives simply cannot match. Available in Silver, Gold, and Antique Gold brass finishes, allowing the piece to complement both cool, contemporary palettes and warm classical interiors.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece bearing the Brass & Wood name is produced in Egypt by artisans who work within a living tradition of metalworking and ceramic craft. The brass components are individually cast, chased, and polished; the ceramic body is kiln-fired and hand-inspected for glaze consistency. This is not mass production — it is the considered work of skilled hands, brought to your home with the care it deserves. Brass & Wood is proud to carry forward the legacy of classical European design through Egyptian craftsmanship of the highest order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this tissue box made from?

The box is constructed from two primary materials: a high-fired cobalt-glazed ceramic body and a cast brass framework. No wood is used in this piece. The brass finish is available in Silver, Gold, and Antique Gold variants.

Is assembly required?

No assembly is required. The tissue box arrives fully assembled. To load tissues, simply lift the ceramic insert from the brass frame, insert the tissue box, thread the first tissue through the top opening in the brass wreath handle, and replace the insert.

Can this tissue box be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization options including choice of brass finish (Silver, Gold, Antique Gold) and, for larger orders, the possibility of bespoke ceramic glaze colors. Please contact our team to discuss your requirements.