Rococo Brass Easel Decorative Plate - Hand-Painted Floral Cobalt Porcelain

Design & Inspiration

There is a category of decorative object that functions less as an accessory and more as a statement — a piece that makes a console table, a mantelpiece, or a side cabinet feel complete. This handcrafted cobalt porcelain display plate on its ornate brass easel stand belongs firmly in that category. Inspired by the decorative traditions of the French Rococo and Napoleon III periods, it draws from the rich vocabulary of painted porcelain platters that graced the salons and cabinets de curiosités of 18th- and 19th-century Europe. The deep cobalt ground, the gold arabesque scrollwork, and the central hand-painted floral bouquet work together to create a piece that is simultaneously painting, sculpture, and object.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The plate itself is crafted in high-fired ceramic with a deep cobalt blue ground, its border filled with flowing gold arabesques and delicate scroll motifs applied with meticulous precision. At the centre, a hand-painted bouquet of roses, peonies, and wildflowers in soft blush, cream, and terracotta tones recalls the romantic floral panels of Sèvres and Meissen porcelain — traditions where the painter's hand was as valued as the sculptor's chisel. The brass easel stand is cast and hand-finished, featuring pierced acanthus scrollwork, a rosette-accented tripod base with scrolled feet, and a crowning double-bow ribbon finial — the kind of ornamental detail that marks the difference between a display stand and a work of decorative art in its own right.

Dimensions & Details

The piece stands 30 cm tall and extends 27 cm wide, a scale well-suited to console tables, mantelpieces, writing desks, and display cabinets. At 4 kg, it carries the reassuring weight of quality materials. The brass easel is designed to cradle the plate securely at a slight backward tilt, presenting the painted face at the ideal viewing angle. Available in multiple brass finishes to coordinate with your existing décor.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece bearing the Brass & Wood name is produced in Egypt by artisans working within a living tradition of metalwork and decorative arts. The brass components are cast, chased, and hand-finished by craftsmen whose techniques echo those of the great European ateliers that produced similar objects for royal households. The painted porcelain is sourced and curated for depth of colour and quality of brushwork. This is not mass production — each plate and stand is assembled and inspected individually, ensuring that what arrives in your home is a considered object, not a commodity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this decorative plate made from?

The plate is crafted from high-fired ceramic with a cobalt blue glaze and hand-painted floral decoration highlighted with gold detailing. The display stand is solid cast brass with a polished or antiqued finish depending on the variant selected.

Is assembly required?

No assembly is required. The plate arrives seated in its brass easel stand, ready to display. Simply place it on your chosen surface.

Can this piece be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization options including alternative brass finishes (Gold, Silver, Antique Gold). For bespoke commissions or larger orders, please contact our team directly.