Rococo Crystal & Brass Lidded Urn Vase with Scrolled Acanthus Handles

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative objects command a room with the authority of a covered urn of this calibre. Faithfully reproducing the exuberance of the French Rococo tradition — as it flourished under Louis XV in the grand salons of Versailles — this lidded crystal and brass urn vase carries with it the visual weight of centuries of European luxury craftsmanship. Its silhouette is unmistakably classic: the ovoid crystal body swells gracefully upward before tapering into a brass-collared neck, crowned by a domed lid adorned with a foliate finial of cast brass. The piece does not merely occupy space — it transforms it.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The body of this urn is fashioned from hand-cut lead crystal, its surface articulated with vertical fluting that refracts light into subtle prismatic facets, lending the piece a luminous inner glow. Encasing the crystal are elaborate ormolu-style brass mounts, cast and hand-finished to capture every nuance of Rococo ornament: the sinuous acanthus-scroll side handles sweep outward in bold theatrical arcs, while pendant floral swag cartouches hang from the brass collar, echoing the festoon motifs beloved by 18th-century French ébénistes. The base is a richly moulded brass plinth with scrolled acanthus feet and applied rocaille relief, anchoring the piece with monumental solidity. Every brass element is hand-polished and lacquered for lasting brilliance.

Dimensions & Details

Weighing 4 kg, this lidded urn has the satisfying heft of a genuine heirloom piece. The sculptural brass lid is surmounted by a multi-petal cast brass finial — a detail that distinguishes this vase from simpler decorative urns. Suitable as a standalone centrepiece on a console, mantelpiece, or sideboard, or as a paired accent in a symmetrically arranged formal interior. The crystal body is clear, allowing the gilded brass mounts to read with full visual impact against any wall colour or interior palette.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece from Brass & Wood is produced in Egypt by skilled artisans who have spent years mastering the techniques of European classical decorative arts — from brass casting and hand-chasing to crystal cutting and polished lacquer finishing. This urn is a masterful interpretation of Rococo design vocabulary, produced to the exacting standards that have made Brass & Wood a trusted name in luxury classical replica furnishings across the Arab world and beyond. Available in multiple brass finish variants to suit your interior scheme.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this vase made from?

The body is hand-cut clear crystal with vertical fluting. All decorative mounts — including the handles, collar, swag pendants, lid, finial, and base — are cast brass, hand-finished and lacquered. No wood components are present in this piece.

Is this item fragile?

Yes. As a crystal and brass decorative object, this urn should be handled with care and placed on a stable surface away from high-traffic areas. It is securely packaged for delivery to prevent transit damage.

Can this vase be customised?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers this urn in multiple brass finish options — Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold — selectable at the product level. For bespoke requests regarding finish combinations or sizing, please contact our team directly.