{"product_id":"napoleon-iii-rococo-ceramic-planter-claret-antique-gold-floral-medallion-entcac1934","title":"Napoleon III Rococo Revival Ceramic Planter — Claret \u0026 Antique Gold Floral Medallion","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace this planter on a console table or a pedestal in a formal salon and it commands the corner without demanding attention — it earns it. The deep claret ground, the depth of a well-aged Burgundy, sets the stage for the antique gold cartouche that rises from the base in flowing Rococo scrolls, framing a circular painted medallion as a portrait frame holds a miniature. The overall impression is that of a Sèvres-style decorative object scaled for the living room — Napoleon III Rococo Revival at its most domestic and assured.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe body is ceramic, tapered gently from the open square top to the base — a silhouette drawn from 19th-century European jardinière tradition. The claret glaze is applied as a uniform, deep ground that reads almost lacquered in certain light. Over it, the antique gold decorative cartouche is rendered with precise brushwork: lattice-filled centre field, asymmetric C-scroll borders, and a base scrollwork that anchors the medallion visually. Within that cartouche, a hand-painted oval panel depicts a loose bouquet — roses, tulips, and blue florals — in the naturalistic tradition of Napoleon III decorative porcelain. The painting repeats on every face of the piece, giving it full 360° presence. This is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans drawing on the European decorative painting tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe planter carries a weight of 5.0 kg, indicating a substantial ceramic body suited to live plants or as a dry decorative object. The square-to-tapered form accommodates standard pot inserts. Dimensions are confirmed upon order. The open top and interior claret finish make it equally suitable as a cachepot concealing a plastic nursery pot or as a standalone decorative piece holding dried botanicals or rolled documents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrass \u0026amp; Wood produces this piece in Egypt, where artisans trained in European decorative traditions hand-paint each medallion and apply each gilded cartouche individually. No two pieces are exactly identical — the painted bouquet carries the small, honest variations that separate handwork from mechanical reproduction. The piece is finished to the standard of a luxury decorative accessory, not a mass-produced item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this planter made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe body is ceramic with a deep claret glaze. The decorative cartouche is applied in antique gold, and the central medallion is hand-painted with floral motifs in the tradition of 19th-century European decorative porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used with live plants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the open top accommodates a standard nursery pot insert. We recommend using a waterproof liner to protect the interior finish when used with live plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass \u0026amp; Wood offers customization on color ground, medallion motif, and size. Contact us to discuss bespoke requirements for your project or interior scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49186319925499,"sku":"ENTCAC1934","price":8476.07,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/napoleon-iii-rococo-ceramic-planter-claret-antique-gold-floral-medallion-front-view.png?v=1786877624","url":"https:\/\/brassandwood.co\/en-qa\/products\/napoleon-iii-rococo-ceramic-planter-claret-antique-gold-floral-medallion-entcac1934","provider":"Brass \u0026 Wood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}