{"product_id":"rococo-oval-brass-photo-frame-floral-cartouche-crest-easel-stand","title":"Rococo Oval Brass Photo Frame with Floral Cartouche Crest \u0026 Easel Stand","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew decorative objects distill the spirit of the French Rococo court as completely as an exquisitely wrought oval frame. This piece is inspired by the intimate portrait miniatures and looking-glass frames that adorned the boudoirs of Versailles during the reign of Louis XV — spaces where every surface was a canvas for the goldsmith's and chaser's art. Displaying a reproduction of Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun's celebrated portrait of Marie-Antoinette, the frame becomes a tableau in itself: a celebration of femininity, florality, and the irrepressible joie de vivre of 18th-century France.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCast and hand-finished in brass by Egyptian artisans, the frame's body is sculpted in high relief throughout. The oval aperture is bordered by a densely woven acanthus-and-rocaille field — the signature vocabulary of Rococo ornament — where scrolling foliage, shell forms, and stylised blossoms interlock in restless, asymmetric rhythm. A crowning cartouche at the apex rises into a bold floral crest of roses and scrolled volutes, while the lower apron sweeps into a generous C-scroll and foliate bracket. Pierced fretwork panels punctuate the lateral borders, admitting light and lending the frame its characteristic sense of airy extravagance. A slender brass easel leg, hinged to the reverse, allows the piece to stand freely on any surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis frame accommodates a standard oval photograph or artwork insert and arrives ready to display. Its 4 kg cast-brass construction ensures a reassuring solidity on any console table, writing desk, or mantelpiece. The finish is available in your choice of brass color — each variant lending a distinct character: bright gold for full Rococo exuberance, antique gold for a patinated Old World warmth, or silver for a cooler neoclassical restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery frame in the Brass \u0026amp; Wood collection is handcrafted in Egypt, where centuries of metalworking tradition meet contemporary standards of precision and finish. Our artisans use time-honoured casting and hand-chasing techniques to ensure that every acanthus leaf, every rocaille curl, and every rose petal is crisp, defined, and true to the original 18th-century aesthetic. The result is a luxury decorative object worthy of the most distinguished interior — whether a formal reception salon, a private library, or an elegantly appointed bedroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this frame made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is cast entirely in brass and hand-finished by our artisans in Egypt. No wood components are present. The included print is a high-quality reproduction of a classical European portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs assembly required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMinimal assembly is required — simply unfold the rear brass easel leg to display the frame upright on any flat surface. No tools are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the frame be customised?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The frame is available in multiple brass finish options (Gold, Antique Gold, Silver). For bespoke commissions or bulk orders, please contact the Brass \u0026amp; Wood team directly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Gold","offer_id":49186298167547,"sku":"ANTFRA0015-gold","price":1550.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Antique Gold","offer_id":49186298200315,"sku":"ANTFRA0015-antique-gold","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":49186298233083,"sku":"ANTFRA0015-silver","price":1550.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/rococo-oval-brass-photo-frame-floral-cartouche-front.png?v=1786877062","url":"https:\/\/brassandwood.co\/products\/rococo-oval-brass-photo-frame-floral-cartouche-crest-easel-stand","provider":"Brass \u0026 Wood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}