{"product_id":"rococo-crystal-lidded-bonbonniere-acanthus-brass-frame","title":"Rococo Crystal Lidded Bonbonniere with Acanthus Brass Frame","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace this piece at the center of a dining table or on a console in the entrance hall and something immediate happens: the room acquires a focal point. The cut-crystal bowl catches light and scatters it. The acanthus-scrollwork brass frame gives it visual weight. Together, they create the kind of composed presence that French decorative arts perfected in the reign of Louis XV — a period when the table centerpiece was understood to be as important as the meal itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis bonbonniere is faithfully reproduced in the tradition of 18th-century French Rococo decorative objects. The form follows a classic two-handled covered cup design: a generously proportioned crystal bowl resting on a faceted crystal sphere, flanked by scrolling acanthus arms in brass, topped with a dome lid and a pointed crystal finial. Every element has a historical precedent — the bow-and-ribbon motif clasping the lid echoes the ribbon-tied garlands that Rococo gilded bronzes used throughout the Louis XV period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bowl and lid are cut crystal — not pressed glass — with hand-worked geometric and starburst patterns across the surface. The faceted crystal sphere at the stem joint is a deliberate design choice, breaking the transition between base and bowl with a point of brilliance. The brass framework — the scrolled handles, the scalloped collar, the pierced square plinth base — is cast and hand-finished, with the acanthus-leaf detailing on the base showing the depth of relief carving that distinguishes quality casting from the merely decorative. The brass carries a warm, slightly muted finish consistent with French gilded bronze tradition, avoiding the brash brightness of modern gold plating in favor of a tone that reads as aged and composed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight: 4 kg. The substantial weight reflects the quality of the crystal and the solid brass construction. The crystal lid is removable, making this a functional as well as decorative object — suited to holding chocolates, confectionery, or small keepsakes. The square plinth base provides stability proportionate to the piece's height and the reach of its scroll arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery Brass \u0026amp; Wood bonbonniere is assembled and finished by hand in Egypt, drawing on a local tradition of metalwork that reaches back centuries. The brass framework is cast, cleaned, and hand-finished by craftsmen who understand that the warmth of a patina cannot be achieved by machine. The crystal components are sourced and fitted by hand. This is not mass production dressed in classical clothing — it is a considered object, made carefully, designed to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this bonbonniere made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bowl and lid are cut crystal with hand-worked surface patterns. The frame, handles, base plinth, and collar are cast brass with a hand-applied antique finish. The stem includes a faceted crystal sphere element.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this piece functional or purely decorative?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth. The lid is removable, making the crystal bowl fully usable for chocolates, candies, dried fruit, or small decorative items. It functions equally well as a table centerpiece on display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this piece be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The brass finish is available in multiple color options. Contact Brass \u0026amp; Wood directly to discuss customization requirements for orders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Gold","offer_id":49186309800187,"sku":"ANTCHO8436-gold","price":8050.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Antique Gold","offer_id":49186309832955,"sku":"ANTCHO8436-antique-gold","price":7000.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":49186309865723,"sku":"ANTCHO8436-silver","price":9226.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/rococo-crystal-lidded-bonbonniere-acanthus-brass-detail.png?v=1786877244","url":"https:\/\/brassandwood.co\/en-za\/products\/rococo-crystal-lidded-bonbonniere-acanthus-brass-frame","provider":"Brass \u0026 Wood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}