Baroque Cobalt Blue Ceramic Lidded Urn Vase with Gilt Brass Mounts & Hand-Painted Floral Medallion

Design & Inspiration

In the great tradition of the royal porcelain manufactories of eighteenth-century Europe — Sèvres, Meissen, and Vienna — this magnificent lidded urn vase commands attention with the authority of a true palace centrepiece. The deep cobalt ground, saturated to the richness of lapis lazuli, provides a dramatic canvas against which scrolling gold acanthus arabesques sweep freely across the body. A hand-painted floral medallion — its bouquet of roses, peonies, and mixed blooms rendered with the delicate naturalism of Rococo botanical illustration — anchors the composition on the principal face. This is a Baroque-Rococo interpretation faithfully honouring the spirit of the great covered urns that once graced the mantlepieces and console tables of European royal courts.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The vase body is formed in fine ceramic, fired to vitreous density, and hand-decorated with polychrome enamels and burnished gold overglaze. The gilded brass mounts — perhaps the most distinctive feature — are cast with extraordinary detail: the twin scroll handles rise in sweeping S-curves adorned with cast rocaille leaf motifs, terminating in elegant curled volutes. The domed lid is crowned with a cast flame-and-leaf finial. Below, the vase seats into a fully articulated brass base composed of acanthus-scrolled aprons, shell-cast knees, and four boldly modelled lion's-paw feet — each a miniature sculpture in its own right. Every brass element is hand-finished, lending the piece its warm, luminous depth.

Dimensions & Details

Standing 35 cm tall and spanning 22 cm at its widest point (including handles), this lidded urn is proportioned generously enough to anchor a console table, mantelpiece, or credenza without overwhelming the space. The removable brass lid allows it to function as both a decorative accent and a discreet storage vessel. Weight: 4 kg — substantial enough to confirm its quality, yet manageable for repositioning. Available in multiple brass finishes to suit your interior palette.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece in the Brass & Wood atelier is produced by skilled Egyptian craftsmen who combine old-world European decorative traditions with the meticulous hand-finishing for which Egyptian artisans have been celebrated for generations. The cobalt ceramic body is painted by hand before the brass mounts are individually cast, finished, and assembled — a process that ensures no two pieces are entirely identical. Brass & Wood is proud to bring the grandeur of European decorative heritage into the modern home, crafted with integrity in Egypt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this vase made from?

The vase body is crafted from high-quality ceramic with hand-applied enamel and gold overglaze decoration. The handles, base, and lid are cast from solid brass with a hand-finished gilded surface.

Is any assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the brass base and lid arrive separately and are easily set in place. No tools are needed.

Can this vase be customised?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customisation of the brass finish (Gold, Silver, Antique Gold) and can discuss bespoke colour or size requirements. Please contact our team for details.