Sèvres-Style Porcelain & Brass Candelabra - Cobalt Blue Vase with 5-Arm Floral Crown

Design & Inspiration

Few objects in the European decorative arts tradition command a room with the authority of a Sèvres-style porcelain candelabra. This exceptional 5-arm piece draws its lineage directly from the grand manufactories of 18th-century France, where royal patronage demanded objects that fused fine ceramic artistry with the golden splendor of ormolu-mounted brass. The deep cobalt blue — the legendary bleu de roi — grounds the composition with regal weight, while the hand-painted central cartouche glows like a framed pastoral painting in miniature. This is not merely a candleholder; it is a statement of culture, taste, and historical appreciation.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The body of this luxury candelabra is formed from fine porcelain, glazed in the saturated cobalt tone that made the Sèvres manufactory famous across Europe. The central oval medallion presents a hand-painted pastoral scene — cherubs and pastoral figures rendered in soft polychrome against a cream ground — a technique echoing the peinture de genre that decorated the salons of Versailles. Gilt trellis latticework frames the medallion in a geometric diamond pattern, gilded directly onto the cobalt glaze. The porcelain body is mounted on a stepped brass base with acanthus and egg-and-dart molding, and fitted with twin scroll-handled brass ears at the shoulders. The candelabra crown rises above a reeded brass column and bursts into five articulated arms, each terminating in a finely cast floral bobèche — the arms themselves formed of scrolling acanthus and foliate brass castings of remarkable detail. Every brass element is hand-finished and lacquered to preserve its luminosity.

Dimensions & Details

This candelabra is sold as a single piece (1 Piece) and weighs 4 kg, reflecting the substantial quality of its porcelain body and solid brass mounts. The five candle arms provide a symmetrical, balanced silhouette that reads beautifully from all angles. The stepped square brass base provides stable footing on console tables, mantelpieces, sideboards, and reception credenzas. Available in multiple brass finish variants to suit your interior palette. Minimal assembly is required to attach the candelabra crown to the vase body.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece bearing the Brass & Wood name is faithfully handcrafted in Egypt by artisans who inherit generations of expertise in metalwork and decorative arts. The brass elements are cast, chased, and hand-polished in our Cairo workshops, while the porcelain vase bodies are sourced for their quality and painted by skilled decorators trained in European ceramic traditions. Brass & Wood offers customization options — speak with our team about alternative brass finishes, bespoke color commissions, or paired companion pieces to create a mantel garniture set in the grand French tradition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this candelabra made from?

This piece combines a fine porcelain vase body — glazed in cobalt blue with hand-painted decoration and gilt latticework — with solid brass mounts, base, handles, column, and five-arm crown. The brass components are cast and hand-finished for a rich, luminous effect.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required. The candelabra crown attaches to the porcelain vase body via the central column. Assembly is straightforward and instructions are included with each piece.

Can this candelabra be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization on brass finish (Gold, Silver, or Antique Gold variants are available), and our team can discuss bespoke commissions for paired sets or garnitures. Please contact us directly for custom orders.