Rococo Pastoral Scene Hanging Decorative Plate with Trophy Crest & Pinecone Base
Rococo Pastoral Scene Hanging Decorative Plate with Trophy Crest & Pinecone Base
Design & Inspiration
There is a type of wall ornament that does not merely decorate — it narrates. This Rococo hanging decorative plate draws directly from the French pastoral tradition popularized by François Boucher in the mid-eighteenth century: a circular porcelain scene of elegantly dressed figures in an open landscape, framed as though it were a medallion rescued from a royal cabinet of curiosities. Suspended from a carved loop and crowned with a naturalistic trophy crest — a pheasant or exotic bird perched amid hunting horns and flowering branches — the piece speaks the full visual language of the Rococo interior. At its base, a boldly carved pinecone flanked by acanthus leaves provides a weighted, symmetrical anchor that balances the organic exuberance above.
Materials & Craftsmanship
The circular frame is cast and hand-finished in resin, then gilded to achieve the warm, lightly antiqued gold tone characteristic of boiserie paneling from the Louis XV period. The rocaille scrollwork encircling the plate — layered C-scrolls and shell-like petals — is modeled with the kind of organic fluidity that defines authentic Rococo carving, where no two curves resolve identically. At the center, a ceramic disc carries a hand-painted pastoral scene: figures in 18th-century dress arranged beneath open skies, their postures relaxed and intimate in the manner of Boucher's fêtes galantes. The trophy crest above is separately detailed, with each branch, feather, and horn individually rendered for a three-dimensional effect that photographs cannot fully convey.
Dimensions & Details
Width: 17 cm / Depth: 41 cm
The plate hangs via an integrated cast loop at the crown — no additional hardware required. The overall silhouette, from the tip of the trophy crest to the base of the pinecone finial, measures 41 cm in height, making it proportionate for display as a single focal piece or as part of a curated wall grouping. Weight: lightweight resin construction ensures safe wall hanging on a standard picture hook.
Handcrafted in Egypt
Every piece is produced in the Brass & Wood workshops in Egypt, where craftsmen trained in European classical decorative traditions apply finishing, gilding, and hand-detailing by hand. The pastoral ceramic insert is individually painted, meaning no two pieces are precisely identical — a quality that connects this reproduction to the artisanal spirit of its 18th-century originals. Available in Gold and Silver finishes to suit different interior palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials is this plate made from?
The frame and ornamental elements are cast in high-quality resin and hand-gilded. The central decorative disc is ceramic with a hand-painted pastoral scene.
Is assembly required?
No assembly is required. The piece arrives ready to hang via the integrated cast loop at the top of the crest.
Can this be customized?
Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization options including finish color. Contact our team to discuss your requirements before placing your order.
