Sèvres-Style Neoclassical Brass & Ceramic 3-Piece Vase Set with Cobalt Blue Panels and Floral Cartouches

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative traditions rival the refinement of the French Sèvres manufactory, whose iconic cobalt blue grounds and richly painted cartouches became the ultimate expression of Neoclassical luxury during the reign of Louis XVI. This handcrafted 3-piece vase garniture faithfully interprets that enduring legacy — pairing deep cobalt blue ceramic bodies with warm gilt brass ormolu mounts to produce a mantelpiece composition of unmistakable aristocratic presence. The set comprises two matching covered urns of commanding height and an open centrepiece coupe, an arrangement known in French decorative arts as a garniture de cheminée, designed to anchor a fireplace shelf, console table, or grand sideboard with symmetrical grandeur.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Each piece in this luxury vase set is built around a hand-formed ceramic body fired to a deep, saturate cobalt blue — a colour historically achieved through costly cobalt oxide pigment and long associated with royal Sèvres porcelain. The obverse of each covered urn features a hand-painted oval cartouche depicting a naturalistic floral bouquet rendered in warm cream and umber tones, framed by delicate gilt scrollwork. The gilt brass ormolu mounts are cast and hand-finished: the urns rise from heavily ornamented rocaille-scroll bases, their shoulders flanked by acanthus-and-foliage scroll handles, and crowned by loop-and-leaf finials of botanical elegance. The centrepiece coupe echoes the cobalt body, its rim adorned with a cast swag-and-bow ormolu appliqué — a motif drawn directly from the Louis XVI vocabulary of neoclassical restraint — while scroll-and-leaf side handles extend the composition outward with graceful symmetry.

Dimensions & Details

The two covered urns each measure 17 cm wide × 24 cm deep × 63 cm tall, commanding sufficient height to serve as the visual anchors of any shelf or console arrangement. The centrepiece coupe is proportioned to complement the flanking urns at a lower elevation, creating the classic tiered silhouette of a formal garniture. Combined weight of the set is approximately 4 kg. Minimal assembly is required to attach brass mounts to ceramic bodies — full instructions are included. As with all fine ceramic and brass decorative objects, this set is classified as fragile and is packaged with premium protective materials for safe delivery.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece in the Brass & Wood collection is produced by skilled Egyptian artisans who have trained in the classical European decorative traditions. The ormolu brass mounts are individually cast, filed, and hand-polished in our Cairo atelier; the ceramic bodies are formed and painted by hand before firing, ensuring that no two sets are entirely identical — each carries the subtle individuality that only handcrafted work can provide. This garniture is available with brass mounts in multiple finishes — contact Brass & Wood to discuss customization options including brass colour.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this vase set made from?

The set is crafted from hand-formed and hand-painted ceramic bodies in cobalt blue, combined with cast gilt brass ormolu mounts. The brass elements are finished by hand in our Cairo workshop.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the brass mounts and base components attach to the ceramic bodies using simple fittings. Full illustrated instructions are included with every order. Assembly typically takes under 15 minutes per piece.

Can this set be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization on brass finish colour (Gold, Antique Gold, Silver, and more) for this garniture. Please contact our team before placing your order to discuss available options and lead times.