Rococo Crystal & Brass 3-Piece Vase & Centerpiece Garniture Set with Floral Scroll Mounts

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative traditions convey the intoxicating exuberance of eighteenth-century European court life quite like the French Rococo garniture — a coordinated set of vases and centerpiece conceived as a unified tableau for the console, mantelpiece, or formal dining table. This three-piece set faithfully reproduces the spirit of the Louis XV era: an era when nature itself became ornament, and craftsmen competed to outdo one another in the delicacy of their floral modeling and the brilliance of their gilded metalwork. The result is an ensemble whose visual rhythm — two flanking vases mirroring a low, boat-shaped centerpiece bowl — captures the asymmetric dynamism that defines Rococo at its most confident.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Each piece in this luxury garniture is constructed from hand-cut crystal, its body enriched with an all-over pattern of finely engraved rosette and foliate motifs that catch and scatter light across a room. The crystal body of each vase rises from a faceted crystal ball stem set upon a richly cast brass plinth, its surface alive with acanthus leaf relief and pierced fretwork. The gilt brass mounts — the crowning achievement of this set — are cast and hand-chased to produce scrolling acanthus handles, naturalistic rose appliqués at the shoulder, and delicate swag-and-flower garlands draped across the upper body. Every brass element is finished to a warm, luminous tone that complements the crystal's cool clarity, a pairing that speaks directly to the Rococo love of contrast and theatricality.

Dimensions & Details

The set comprises two matching vases, each measuring 44 cm in height, 36 cm in width (handle to handle), and 15 cm in depth, and a lower centerpiece bowl designed to sit between them. The flared trumpet form of the vases, terminating in a gilded rim band, provides generous visual height, while the centerpiece's oval basin and sweeping scroll handles create horizontal counterpoint. Total set weight is approximately 4 kg. The carefully considered scale makes this garniture equally at home on a formal dining table, a grand reception console, or a marble mantelpiece.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Produced in Egypt by the skilled artisans of Brass & Wood, this garniture set represents the studio's commitment to preserving the techniques of European decorative arts within a contemporary luxury context. Each brass mount is individually cast, hand-filed, and polished before assembly, ensuring that no two sets are precisely identical — a hallmark of genuine handcraft. The crystal bodies are carefully paired to ensure uniformity of pattern and clarity. Brass & Wood offers customization of the brass finish, allowing clients to select the tone that best complements their interior palette.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are used in this garniture set?

The set is crafted from hand-cut crystal bodies paired with solid cast brass mounts and fittings. There is no wood in this product. The brass is finished to the chosen color variant and the crystal is clear with engraved surface decoration.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the crystal stem and base components of each vase are fitted together without tools. Full instructions are included with the packaging.

Can the brass finish be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers this garniture in multiple brass finishes including Gold, Antique Gold, and Silver, selectable at the time of order. Additional customization inquiries are welcome via our customer service team.