Rococo Acanthus Brass & Crystal Vase with Scrolled Foliate Stand

Design & Inspiration

There are objects that do not merely occupy a room — they animate it. This Rococo crystal vase, cradled within an exuberantly sculpted brass stand of cascading acanthus scrolls, belongs unmistakably to that rare category. Drawing inspiration from the golden age of French Louis XV decorative arts (1730–1770), it captures the period's defining spirit: nature rendered into ornament, movement frozen in metal, and light transformed by cut crystal. The stand's symmetrical yet restless silhouette — twin columns of curling acanthus leaves rising to terminal scrolls on either side — creates the visual drama of an object that seems perpetually in motion, a hallmark of authentic Rococo sensibility.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The centrepiece crystal body is cut with a classical starburst and vertical reed pattern, the facets engineered to refract ambient light into shifting prismatic glints across walls and surfaces. The brass framework is cast and hand-finished by master artisans, each acanthus leaf individually chased and detailed to convey natural organic texture — the veining, the curl at each tip, the depth of relief that separates fine metalwork from mere casting. The base is a low, broad platform on four scroll-footed supports, proportioned to provide absolute stability while maintaining the characteristic lightness of Rococo composition. Available in your choice of brass finish, this vase adapts to both warm gilt interiors and cooler, more restrained palettes.

Dimensions & Details

Standing 37 cm tall with a generous 37 cm spread across its lateral scrolls and a depth of 17 cm, this piece commands presence without overwhelming the surfaces it graces. Weighing 4 kg, the combination of solid brass and crystal gives it the reassuring heft of genuine quality. It seats beautifully at the centre of a console table, on a dining room sideboard, or as a focal point in a formal reception hallway — anywhere the interplay of light, metal, and glass can be fully appreciated.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece bearing the Brass & Wood name is produced in Egypt by craftsmen trained in the European classical tradition. The brass components are cast, hand-chased, and finished individually; the crystal vase is sourced and paired for its clarity and cut quality. This is not a mass-produced decorative object — it is a handcrafted luxury replica faithful to the ornamental vocabulary of eighteenth-century French court design, made accessible without sacrificing the integrity of materials or technique. Customisation of brass finish is available to suit your interior scheme.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this vase made from?

The vase body is cut crystal, and the decorative stand and frame are solid cast brass, hand-finished to your chosen colour. The combination of these two premium materials gives the piece its characteristic play of light and its substantial 4 kg weight.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the crystal vase is placed into the brass stand, which arrives largely pre-assembled. No tools are needed.

Can the brass finish be customised?

Yes. This piece is available in multiple brass finish variants. Please select your preferred finish at the time of order. Additional customisation enquiries are welcome — contact our team at Brass & Wood for bespoke options.