Wall Plaques - Round Curled Acanthus Leaves Fancy Wall or Ceiling Medallion 17.75L x 17.75W

A Curled Acanthus Wall Medallion in Victorian Style

This curled acanthus wall medallion is crafted from an exquisite acanthus leaf pattern. Its Victorian-inspired design lends sophistication to any space. The design is symmetrical and highly stylized. The finish is museum white. A curled acanthus wall medallion brings Victorian charm to any space.

Product Details

• Material: Reinforced plaster
• Finish: Museum white. Ready to hang
• Size: 17.75 in L x 17.75 in W x 1.75 in D
• Part number: HP-3842MW
• Production: Made to order in the USA, 2 to 4 weeks

The Acanthus Leaf

The Greeks adopted the acanthus leaf as an ornament on temples and columns. Romans curled the leaf ends. Victorian designers revived the motif again. A round acanthus plaque like this one shows the leaf at full curl. The leaf has never gone out of style.

About Ceiling Medallions

A ceiling medallion, or ceiling rose, is a plaster ornament at the center of a ceiling. It gives a light or chandelier a finished base. In the Georgian period, decorative plaster became common in most interiors. A victorian inspired medallion suits a parlor or a hall. A fancy ceiling medallion also frames a light fixture. Victorian rooms were rich in plaster ornament.

Architectural Reproduction

These pieces are faithful copies of details from the walls of buildings and churches. They were molded from fragments salvaged by wrecking and demolition companies. Browse more pieces in our Wall Art collection. Hang the curled acanthus wall medallion on a wall or ceiling. It measures 17.75 in across.

About Victorian Style

Victorian designers revived many past styles. Gothic, Italianate, and Romanesque details all appeared in one era. A victorian inspired medallion and a round acanthus plaque belong in a formal room. A fancy ceiling medallion adds drama overhead. Choose a curled acanthus wall medallion for a calm look. Its museum white finish suits any wall color.

For More Reading from the Web

• Want the story of the leaf? This page covers Bassae, Vitruvius, and the Renaissance revival. Acanthus (ornament) - Wikipedia
• Want to know the era? This page covers Victorian architecture and its revival styles. Victorian Architecture - Wikipedia