Napoleon III Rococo Revival Green Ceramic Coupe with Painted Floral Cartouche and Rocaille Brass Mounts

Design & Inspiration

Place this coupe on a console or dining table and the room shifts — the deep forest-green ceramic body commands the space with the quiet authority of a Second Empire salon. Inspired by the celebrated vert de Sèvres ground color that defined the most prized porcelain services of Napoleon III's court, this piece faithfully reproduces the Rococo Revival aesthetic that swept through Parisian decorative arts from 1852 to 1870. The wide, shallow coupe form — drawn from antique crater vases — was reimagined by Second Empire craftsmen as a vehicle for lavish ornament, and this interpretation honors that intention exactly.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The body is hand-thrown ceramic fired to a rich, glossy emerald glaze, finished with gilded rocaille cartouche borders painted directly onto the surface. At the center of each face sits a hand-painted oval medallion — soft pink roses, warm yellows, and ivory blooms arranged in the loose, naturalistic bouquet style favored by Napoleon III-era decorators. The antique brass mounts are cast using traditional lost-wax methods: the twin scrolled handles rise from acanthus collars and terminate in flower buds, while the footed base spreads across four acanthus-leaf feet anchored to a cast rocaille apron. The stem — a turned ceramic ball set into a brass collar — connects body to base with the confident proportions of a period piece.

Dimensions & Details

Weight: 4 kg. Dimensions: N/A — please contact us for exact measurements. Sold as 1 piece. Available in multiple brass finish variants; the ceramic body remains consistent across variants.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece leaving the Brass & Wood Cairo atelier is shaped, painted, and assembled by hand. The ceramic body is thrown and glazed individually; the brass mounts are cast, hand-finished, and fitted by our metalwork team. No two pieces are identical — minor variations in the hand-painted cartouche and gilded scrollwork are the mark of genuine handcraft, not imperfection. Brass & Wood produces faithful interpretations of European decorative heritage, crafted with Egyptian artisan skill and priced to make that heritage accessible.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this piece made from?

The body is hand-glazed ceramic in a deep emerald green. The handles, base apron, stem collar, and all decorative mounts are cast brass in an antique finish. The floral medallion is hand-painted onto the ceramic surface before final glazing.

Is assembly required?

No assembly required. The piece arrives fully assembled and ready to display.

Can this piece be customized?

Yes. We offer customization options including alternative brass finishes (Gold, Silver) and can discuss bespoke painted decoration for large orders. Contact our team for details.