Neoclassical Hand-Painted Ceramic Lidded Urn Vase with Brass Mounts — Landscape & Floral Medallion

Design & Inspiration

In the great tradition of the royal Sèvres manufactory — where French kings commissioned the most exquisite decorative porcelain the world had ever seen — this monumental lidded urn vase commands attention with the authority of a museum centrepiece. Standing at an impressive 130 cm, its elongated amphora silhouette rises from a stepped brass plinth through a slender baluster waist to a swelling ovoid body, crowned by a domed lid bearing a gilded acorn finial. Every proportion has been calibrated to the Neoclassical ideal: restrained grandeur that fills a room without overwhelming it.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The body is formed from fine ceramic, finished in warm ivory white — a ground that mirrors the creamy pâte tendre of 18th-century French soft-paste porcelain. Against this serene background, two distinct hand-painted cartouche panels celebrate the great Romantic landscape tradition: weeping willows reflected in still water, cypress trees piercing a luminous sky, and delicate pastoral riverscapes rendered with the patient precision of a miniaturist. A secondary smaller medallion graces the domed lid, maintaining the narrative continuity of a collector's cabinet piece. The second variant of this vase features a lavish hand-painted bouquet — full-blown roses, forget-me-nots, and butterflies — in the spirit of Meissen botanical painting. All painted surfaces are sealed under a clear protective glaze that preserves the colours with archival permanence. The ornamental brass mounts — scroll handles, foliate collar bands, base apron, and plinth surround — are cast and hand-finished, their gilded surfaces echoing the warm gold accents that frame each painted cartouche.

Dimensions & Details

At 130 cm tall, 43 cm wide, and 34 cm deep, this urn vase is unambiguously a grand statement piece. Its scale suits entrance halls, double-height reception rooms, flanking a fireplace, or as a singular focal point at the end of a corridor. The stepped square brass plinth provides visual stability and ensures the piece reads beautifully from all angles. The removable lid is fitted with precision and sits flush, completing the silhouette. Weight: 4 kg.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece is individually handcrafted in Egypt by Brass & Wood artisans who have trained in the European classical decorative arts tradition. The ceramic body is wheel-thrown and kiln-fired, then handed to skilled painters who work entirely freehand — no transfers, no stencils. The brass mounts are separately cast, polished, and assembled by hand. Because each urn is unique to its maker's hand, minor variations in the painted composition are a mark of authenticity rather than inconsistency. Brass & Wood offers customisation of brass finish and can accommodate bespoke painted subjects on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this vase made from?

The body and lid are crafted from high-fired ceramic with a hand-applied painted decoration and protective glaze finish. The handles, collar bands, base apron, and plinth are cast brass with a gilded finish. No wood components are present in this piece.

Is assembly required?

No assembly is required. The vase arrives fully assembled; only the lid is a separate removable piece that rests securely on the body.

Can the finish or painted decoration be customised?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customisation of the brass mount finish (Gold, Silver, or Antique Gold). Bespoke painted subjects — family crests, alternative landscapes, or personalised floral compositions — can be commissioned with an extended lead time. Please contact our team to discuss your requirements.