Rococo Brass & Crystal Lidded Urn Vase with Scrolled Acanthus Handles

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative objects command a room with the authority of a classical lidded urn, and this Rococo-inspired crystal and brass piece is no exception. Drawing from the grandeur of eighteenth-century French court interiors — the same salons that defined luxury for an era — this handcrafted vase faithfully reproduces the exuberant spirit of the Louis XV period. The silhouette is unmistakably urn-form: a swelling, ribbed crystal body that rises with confident volume from a broad, gadrooned brass base, tapering upward to a waisted neck before flaring once more into a fitted lid crowned by a faceted crystal artichoke finial. Every curve speaks the language of Rococo: movement, vitality, and an almost theatrical delight in ornamentation.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The body is crafted from hand-blown and hand-cut crystal, its surface articulated with vertical fluting that catches and refracts light, producing the shimmering brilliance that made crystal the prestige material of European palaces. The brass framework — cast, chased, and hand-finished — envelops the crystal in a golden embrace of scrolled acanthus leaves, rocaille flourishes, and leaf sprays, the metal achieving a rich, warm luminosity through careful gilding. The base is a fully cast brass plinth, its perimeter decorated with classical egg-and-dart moulding and deep gadrooning — hallmarks of fine decorative metalwork. The collar where lid meets body is encircled by a frieze of repeating foliate ornament, while the two sweeping side handles unfurl as bold acanthus-scroll compositions, each terminating in a leafy volute. The lid's crystal knop is facet-cut, catching light from every angle, and is set into a brass mount that echoes the acanthus vocabulary of the handles.

Dimensions & Details

This urn vase weighs 4 kg, a reassuring indicator of the substantial quality of materials used. The piece is sold as a single unit (1 piece) and arrives ready to display with only minimal assembly — fitting the lid and base components together — requiring no tools. Available in multiple brass finish variants to harmonize with your existing interior palette. Due to the hand-cast and hand-cut nature of both the brass and crystal elements, minor variations between pieces are an inherent mark of authenticity rather than a flaw.

Handcrafted in Egypt

This urn vase is made entirely by hand in Egypt by artisans who have inherited generations of metalworking and glassworking tradition. At Brass & Wood, every piece passes through the hands of skilled craftspeople trained in classical European decorative techniques — from wax-loss casting of the brass ornamental elements to the precise cutting of the crystal body. The result is not a mass-produced replica but a considered, handcrafted object that honors the legacy of Rococo decorative arts while being made to the standards of a modern luxury atelier. We offer customization of the brass finish to suit your project requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this vase made from?

The body is hand-cut crystal and the ornamental framework — including the base, collar, handles, and lid mount — is cast and hand-finished brass. No wood is used in this piece.

Is assembly required?

Only minimal assembly is needed: the lid sits on the body and the base components connect without tools. The piece is essentially display-ready upon unpacking.

Can this be customized?

Yes. The brass finish is available in multiple variants including Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold. For bespoke project requirements, please contact our team at Brass & Wood directly to discuss options.