Sèvres-Style Ceramic & Brass Garniture Set — Cobalt & Ivory Floral Urns with Pedestal Bowl

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative traditions command a room quite like the French garniture de cheminée — the matched mantelpiece set of covered urns and a central bowl that transformed the Baroque and Neoclassical salon into a theater of refined taste. This three-piece garniture, faithfully reproducing the hallmarks of the legendary Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, brings that same commanding presence into the contemporary home. The two flanking lidded urns stand an imposing 74 cm tall, their silhouettes tracing the elegant ovoid form that Sèvres perfected in the late eighteenth century, while the lower central pedestal bowl anchors the composition with a wide, open tazza form. Together, the trio creates a visual rhythm — tall, low, tall — that has defined formal European interior arrangements for over two centuries.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Each piece in this luxury handcrafted set is formed from fine ceramic, finished in a palette that evokes the celebrated bleu de roi cobalt ground contrasted with a warm ivory reserve. The cobalt bands at the neck, shoulder, and pedestal base are deepened by hand-applied gold-tone brass accents — scrolled handles in the manner of classical swan or serpent mounts, a pierced lattice gallery rim on the bowl, and elaborately cast brass feet of acanthus and rocaille scrollwork that lift each piece off the surface with sculptural grace. The finials crowning each lid are cast in the form of a classical flame or artichoke, gilded to match. The ivory body panels are the compositional heart: each carries a richly painted floral bouquet — roses, peonies, and mixed blooms rendered in the soft, romantic palette of eighteenth-century porcelain painting — surrounded by delicate gold arabesque scrollwork that frames the scene like a miniature cartouche.

Dimensions & Details

The two lidded urns each measure approximately 74 cm in height × 26 cm in width, making them genuinely imposing accent pieces suited to grand mantelpieces, console tables, or formal reception sideboards. The central pedestal bowl is proportionally scaled to complement the urns as a cohesive set. Weight per urn is approximately 4 kg, a testament to the density and quality of the ceramic body. The brass hardware — handles, feet, and gallery — is cast from solid brass and finished to coordinate with your chosen metal tone across all three pieces.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Produced in Egypt by Brass & Wood's skilled artisans, this garniture set represents the continuation of a craft tradition that bridges European classical design with the meticulous hand-finishing techniques practiced across the Arab world. Each piece is individually painted, assembled, and inspected before leaving the workshop. Because these are handcrafted luxury decorative pieces, no two sets are precisely identical — minor variations in the painted panels and gilding are the natural signature of genuine hand workmanship, not defects. Brass & Wood offers customization of the brass finish color to suit your interior scheme.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are used in this garniture set?

The body of each piece is crafted from high-quality ceramic with hand-painted floral decoration and gold arabesque detailing. The hardware — handles, feet, finials, and the bowl's lattice gallery — is cast from solid brass, finished in your chosen metal tone (Gold, Antique Gold, or Silver).

Is any assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required: the lidded urns arrive with their lids and brass handles as separate components that attach simply and securely. The pedestal bowl similarly requires seating the bowl onto its base. No tools are needed.

Can the brass finish or ceramic colors be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization of the brass hardware finish. Please contact our team before ordering to discuss available options and lead times.