Rococo Brass & Ceramic Lidded Urn Vase with Scroll Handles and Floral Medallion

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative objects command a room with the authority of a grand lidded urn, and this Rococo-inspired masterpiece does so with effortless theatrical grace. Drawing directly from the exuberant vocabulary of eighteenth-century French decorative arts — an era when Sèvres porcelain was paired with the finest gilt-bronze ormolu mounts — this handcrafted vase faithfully reproduces a tradition of luxury that once adorned the châteaux and salons of Versailles. Its silhouette is unmistakably classical: a generous ovoid body rising from a lavishly sculpted brass pedestal, crowned by a domed lid with an elaborate finial, and framed on either side by sinuous, scrolling double handles cast in brass. This is not merely a decorative object — it is a centrepiece that anchors a space and declares the aesthetic sensibility of its owner.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The body of the vase is formed in fine ceramic, finished in a warm ivory tone that serves as the perfect luminous canvas for its hand-applied gilded foliate arabesques and its central painted floral medallion — a lush bouquet of roses, tulips, and wildflowers rendered with botanical precision. The ivory ground shifts subtly in the light, imparting the depth and warmth of antique porcelain. Every brass element — the deeply cast acanthus-leaf pedestal, the elaborate scroll handles adorned with floral rosettes, the fluted domed lid, and the pointed flame finial — is finished with care to achieve a rich, warm gilt lustre. The foot is a tour de force of the caster's art, featuring bold foliate relief, cartouche panels, and four scrolled feet that elevate the entire composition with Rococo buoyancy. Each piece is assembled and finished by hand at our atelier in Egypt, ensuring that no two are identical.

Dimensions & Details

This vase weighs 4 kg, a testament to the substantial quality of its brass mounts and ceramic body. The piece ships fully assembled and ready to display. Its generous scale makes it ideal as a solo statement on a console table, fireplace mantel, or sideboard, and equally effective presented as a symmetrical pair flanking a mirror or artwork. The lidded format means it functions as both a sculptural object and a practical covered vessel.

Handcrafted in Egypt

At Brass & Wood, every piece is the product of skilled Egyptian artisans trained in classical European decorative traditions. Our craftsmen combine time-honoured techniques — hand-casting, hand-finishing, hand-painting — with meticulous quality control to deliver heirloom-quality replicas inspired by the great periods of European design. This vase is a masterful interpretation of the Rococo ideal: extravagant yet balanced, ornate yet coherent, grand yet intimate. It is offered in multiple brass finish variants to suit a range of interior palettes, from classic gilded interiors to more restrained contemporary settings that benefit from a single, powerful classical accent.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this vase made from?

The vase body is crafted from high-quality ceramic with a hand-painted floral medallion and gilded arabesques. All mounts — including the base, handles, lid, and finial — are cast brass, finished by hand to the selected colour variant.

Is the vase fragile? How should I care for it?

Yes, as with all fine ceramic and brass decorative objects, this piece should be handled with care. We recommend dusting with a soft dry cloth and, for the brass mounts, occasional polishing with a suitable metal polish. Avoid direct sunlight exposure and high-humidity environments, which can affect both the ceramic glaze and the brass finish over time.

Can this vase be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization options including brass finish selection (Gold, Silver, Antique Gold) and, on larger orders, bespoke sizing or ceramic colour variations. Please contact our team for further details.