Rococo Hand-Painted Ceramic & Brass Garniture Set – Lidded Urns & Centrepiece Bowl with Floral Medallions

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative traditions rival the opulence of the eighteenth-century European garniture — that triumphant trio of matched vessels arranged upon a mantelpiece or console to announce the cultivated taste of the household. This three-piece Rococo garniture set, faithfully inspired by the celebrated Sèvres and Meissen porcelain traditions of Louis XV's court, brings precisely that grandeur into the modern luxury interior. The set comprises two identical lidded urns rising to an imposing 47 cm, flanking a wide, open centrepiece coupe bowl — the classic pendule à trois pièces arrangement that graced the finest châteaux of the Ancien Régime.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Each piece is crafted from high-quality ceramic finished in a warm ivory-cream ground, hand-painted by skilled artisans with lush bouquets of roses, peonies, and summer blooms rendered in the soft, luminous palette characteristic of Rococo porcelain painting. The painted medallions are framed by gilded scrollwork cartouches that flow seamlessly into the surrounding cream body. Mounted throughout are precision-cast brass fittings — elaborate scrolled handles, acanthus-leaf festoons, egg-and-dart rim bands, reeded column necks, and stepped square plinths cast with dentil moulding — all finished to a warm gold that harmonises with the gilded highlights of the ceramic. The lidded urns are crowned with faceted brass finials, while the centrepiece bowl carries a magnificent double-scroll brass handle arch surmounted by a foliate boss, evoking the rocaille spirit with full conviction.

Dimensions & Details

The two lidded urns each measure 47 cm (H) × 17 cm (W) × 10 cm (D), providing an authoritative vertical presence. The centrepiece coupe bowl is proportioned to balance perfectly between them. The entire set weighs approximately 4 kg per piece, lending it the reassuring solidity befitting heirloom-quality decorative objects. The square stepped plinth bases ensure stability on flat surfaces such as mantelpieces, console tables, sideboards, and reception credenzas.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Produced in the workshops of Brass & Wood in Egypt, each set passes through multiple stages of hand-finishing: ceramic shaping and firing, individual hand-painting of floral medallions, gilded accent application, brass casting, and final assembly of metal mounts onto the ceramic body. No two sets are entirely identical — minor variations in the brushwork are the signature of authentic handcraft. Brass & Wood offers customisation of brass finish (Gold, Antique Gold, or Silver) to coordinate with your existing interior metalwork and colour palette.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are used in this garniture set?

The bodies are crafted from high-fired ceramic with hand-painted floral decoration and gilded highlights. All hardware — handles, rim bands, base mounts, and finials — is cast brass, finished in your choice of Gold, Antique Gold, or Silver.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required: the lid of each urn rests on the body and may need to be placed upon arrival. The brass handle fittings are pre-mounted. No tools are needed.

Can this set be customised?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customisation of the brass hardware finish across Gold, Antique Gold, and Silver variants. For bespoke requests regarding ceramic colour or motif variations, please contact our team directly through the website.