{"product_id":"napoleon-iii-rococo-black-ceramic-jardiniere-gilt-bronze-floral-cartouche-entcac1889","title":"Napoleon III Rococo Revival Black Ceramic Jardinière with Gilt Bronze Mounts \u0026 Floral Cartouches","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace this jardinière on a console table in an entrance hall and it commands the room before a single word is spoken. The deep jet-black glaze of the ceramic body reads almost lacquer-like under warm light, making the richly gilt-bronze mounts glow by contrast — a deliberate tension that defines the Napoleon III decorative vocabulary. This is a piece that understands its own drama without overclaiming it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFaithfully reproduced in the tradition of the French Second Empire (1852–1870), this jardinière pairs a high-fired black ceramic vessel with hand-cast and chased gilt-bronze mounts. The pierced Rococo-scrollwork collar at the rim, the twin foliate branch handles rising from C-scroll bases, and the four-legged pedestal with acanthus-clad paw feet are all hallmarks of the Napoleon III style — a period that deliberately revived the opulence of the Louis XV era but layered it with a more theatrical, almost operatic confidence. The front and reverse each carry a hand-painted oval cartouche depicting loose floral bouquets in warm ochre and rose tones against a fawn ground, framed by gilded Rococo scrollwork that spills freely across the black glaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeighing 5.0 kg, the piece has the heft that signals quality — not a lightweight decorative reproduction but a substantial object with real presence. The gilt-bronze pedestal raises the ceramic body off any surface, giving the composition verticality and allowing the paw feet to read clearly from a standing viewpoint. The open top makes this a functional cachepot: place a potted orchid or seasonal flowering plant inside and the arrangement becomes a moment of Parisian salon theater.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery mount, handle, and scroll on this jardinière is hand-cast and hand-finished by Egyptian craftsmen trained in the classical European tradition. Brass \u0026amp; Wood produces each piece to order, ensuring that the gilding is applied with care and the ceramic body meets the exacting quality standards that distinguish a serious reproduction from a mass-produced imitation. The result is a cachepot that carries the visual authority of a 19th-century Parisian workshop — and the assurance of a modern maker who stands behind every detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this jardinière made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe body is high-fired black ceramic with hand-painted floral cartouches. The mounts, handles, collar, and pedestal are hand-cast brass with a bright gold finish — no lacquer shortcuts, just proper gilded metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this be used as a real plant pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a cachepot, designed to hold a potted plant inside. It is not waterproof on its own, so always use a plastic liner or a nursery pot inside to protect the ceramic from direct moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this piece be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass \u0026amp; Wood offers customization on brass finish and, upon request, alternative cartouche designs. Contact us before placing your order to discuss available options.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49186319433979,"sku":"ENTCAC1889","price":48750.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/napoleon-iii-rococo-black-ceramic-jardiniere-gilt-bronze-floral-cartouche-front-view.png?v=1786877584","url":"https:\/\/brassandwood.co\/en-tz\/products\/napoleon-iii-rococo-black-ceramic-jardiniere-gilt-bronze-floral-cartouche-entcac1889","provider":"Brass \u0026 Wood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}