Sèvres-Style Cobalt Porcelain & Brass Garniture Set – Hand-Painted Floral Cartouches with Gilt Mounts

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative art traditions command a room with the authority of the great French porcelain garniture. This handcrafted 3-piece set — comprising a pair of lidded vases and a low-footed centerpiece coupe — faithfully interprets the sovereign aesthetic of the 18th-century Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres at the height of its royal patronage. The deep bleu de roi cobalt ground, the sinuous gilt-brass scroll handles, the acanthus-draped bases and the finial-crowned lids: each element speaks the same fluent language of French Rococo and early Neoclassical grandeur. Placed atop a mantelpiece, console table, or sideboards in a formal reception, this garniture transforms any space into a salon worthy of Versailles.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Each piece in this luxury garniture set is formed from fine porcelain, hand-thrown and kiln-fired to achieve the smooth, glass-like surface that characterizes the finest European tableware traditions. The defining cobalt ground is applied in deep, saturated layers before glazing, ensuring a richness of color that does not fade. At the heart of each vase and the coupe's front panel, a hand-painted oval cartouche depicts a naturalistic bouquet — roses, tulips, and mixed florals rendered with the precise, botanical delicacy reminiscent of Sèvres fleurs des jardins painting. Framing these medallions are golden trellis grounds and scrolling acanthus reserves, gilded with bright metallic detail. The brass mounts — scroll handles, acanthus-leaf collars, petal-scalloped bases, and artichoke finials — are cast and finished by hand, fitted to the porcelain body to create the integrated ormolu-inspired look emblematic of 18th-century French luxury objects.

Dimensions & Details

The set consists of three pieces: a pair of matching lidded vases (height: 46 cm, width: 22 cm each) and one low footed centerpiece coupe bowl. Combined, the three pieces create a balanced, symmetrical mantel or table garniture arrangement. Each piece weighs approximately 4 kg. The generous scale of the vases ensures a commanding visual presence without overwhelming a standard console or sideboard surface. The centerpiece coupe, with its wide shallow bowl and twin scroll handles, provides the ideal proportional anchor for the flanking vases.

Handcrafted in Egypt

This garniture set is produced by the artisans of Brass & Wood, Egypt's foremost classical European replica atelier. Drawing on generations of craft knowledge, our workshop combines time-honored porcelain forming and hand-painting techniques with precision brass casting. Every piece is individually inspected before dispatch to ensure the painted cartouches, the gilded grounds, and the fitted brass mounts meet our exacting standards. As a configurable product, the brass finish is available in your choice of color variant — each lending a subtly different character to the set's metallic accents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are used in this garniture set?

The vases and coupe are crafted from fine porcelain with a hand-applied cobalt glaze and hand-painted floral cartouches. The mounts, handles, bases, and finials are cast brass, hand-finished to match the selected variant color.

Is this set fragile? How should it be handled and cared for?

Yes — as porcelain pieces, these vases and coupe require careful handling. Dust with a soft dry cloth; if needed, wipe gently with a lightly damp cloth. Avoid direct sunlight, which can fade the painted cartouches over time. Do not submerge in water or use abrasive cleaners on the brass mounts.

Can this garniture set be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization options including choice of brass finish (Gold, Antique Gold, Silver, and more). For bespoke commissions or larger quantity orders, please contact our team directly to discuss your requirements.