Louis XVI Rococo Revival Triple Round Brass Wall Hanging with Figurative Porcelain Miniatures
Louis XVI Rococo Revival Triple Round Brass Wall Hanging with Figurative Porcelain Miniatures
Design & Inspiration
Three circular frames, suspended one beneath the other in a deliberate vertical cascade — this wall hanging draws directly from the French salon tradition of displaying miniature portrait medallions as a composed decorative scheme rather than isolated objects. The piece recalls the late 18th-century practice of framing small painted porcelain plaques in gilt bronze surrounds, a fashion that flourished under Louis XVI and persisted through the Restauration. The effect on a wall is architectural: a vertical column of gilded ornament that draws the eye upward and anchors the space with period authority.
Materials & Craftsmanship
Each of the three circular frames is cast in brass and finished with a warm gold treatment, the surface articulated with a continuous wreath of acanthus and laurel leaves pressed into tight relief — the kind of border ornament that a Parisian fondeur-ciseleur would have chased by hand in the 1780s. At the top, a scrolling ribbon-and-dove crest provides the hanging point and establishes the piece's vertical axis; at the base, an acanthus-wrapped pinecone finial closes the composition with a neoclassical flourish. The three frames are connected by cast brass links that maintain perfect alignment. Set within each frame is a round porcelain plaque hand-painted with a figurative scene in the French galant tradition — courtly couples in 18th-century dress, rendered with the fine brushwork associated with Sèvres-style miniature painting.
Dimensions & Details
Width: 17 cm / Height: 60 cm
Set of 3 circular frames on a single vertical hanging.
No assembly required — arrives ready to hang.
Available in multiple brass finishes.
Handcrafted in Egypt
Produced in the workshops of Brass & Wood in Egypt, this triple wall hanging is handcrafted by artisans trained in classical European casting and finishing techniques. Each brass frame is individually cast, cleaned, and finished by hand. The porcelain miniatures are individually set and secured within their frames before the complete piece is assembled. The result is a wall object with the density and presence of a period piece — not a print, not a reproduction poster, but a three-dimensional work in metal and ceramic that earns its place on a formal wall.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials is this piece made from?
The frames and connecting hardware are solid cast brass with a gold finish. The three circular plaques are hand-painted porcelain miniatures depicting figurative scenes in the French galant tradition.
Is assembly required?
No. The piece arrives fully assembled as a single unit, ready to hang directly on the wall using a single hanging point at the ribbon crest.
Can this be customized?
Yes. The brass finish is available in multiple options. Contact Brass & Wood to discuss customization of the finish or any other details.
