Louis XVI Brass Wall Medallion with Wine Ceramic Centre & Floral Bouquet

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative objects capture the refined elegance of the French court quite like this Louis XVI Brass Wall Medallion. Inspired by the neoclassical decorative vocabulary that flourished under the reign of Louis XVI — where symmetry, delicate ribbon-work, and botanical motifs replaced the exuberance of the Rococo era — this piece distills centuries of European courtly taste into a single wall ornament of striking presence. Its vertical portrait silhouette, crowned by an intricate openwork bow and suspended below by a cascading ribbon-and-tassel arrangement, speaks the universal language of 18th-century French luxury.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The frame is cast in solid brass and finished to achieve the luminous warmth characteristic of the finest gilt-bronze ormolu of the Ancien Régime. Each surface is hand-chased with a fine hammered texture — a technique that animates the metal, allowing it to catch and scatter light across its faceted planes. The centrepiece is a circular ceramic disc set in deep wine-burgundy, a colour long associated with aristocratic interiors and French Sèvres-inspired porcelain traditions. At its heart, a hand-painted floral bouquet — roses, peonies, and mixed blooms rendered with painterly delicacy — is framed by gold-leaf acanthus scrollwork painted directly onto the ceramic ground. The bow motifs above and below are cast with meticulous openwork fretwork, their looped ribbons and trailing ends rendered in three-dimensional relief.

Dimensions & Details

This wall medallion measures 14 cm wide by 28 cm tall, making it an ideal accent piece for intimate wall arrangements, gallery walls, or as a standalone focal point above a console or writing desk. Its compact verticality allows for versatile placement in living rooms, bedrooms, hallways, and reception areas. Weighing 4 kg, it carries a satisfying solidity that conveys genuine quality. A discreet wall-mounting fixture is integrated into the reverse, requiring no additional assembly.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every Brass & Wood wall medallion is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans trained in classical European metalworking and decorative painting traditions. The casting, chasing, and ceramic hand-painting are each executed as separate stages of skilled labour, resulting in a piece that is never purely mechanical — each one carries the subtle individuality of the human hand. This is a faithfully crafted interpretation of the Louis XVI neoclassical decorative tradition, produced to bring the grandeur of 18th-century European interiors into the modern luxury home.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this wall medallion made from?

The frame is solid cast brass, finished by hand. The central disc is ceramic with hand-painted floral decoration and gold-leaf detailing. No wood is used in this piece.

Can this medallion be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization options including alternative brass finishes (Gold, Silver, Antique Gold) and, upon request, bespoke ceramic colour variations. Please contact our team for custom orders.

How should I care for this piece?

Dust gently with a dry soft cloth. Polish the brass periodically with a suitable non-abrasive metal polish. Keep away from direct sunlight and high humidity environments to preserve both the metal finish and the ceramic paintwork. Professional cleaning is recommended for any deep restoration.