Baroque Cobalt & Brass 3-Piece Garniture Set with Lidded Urns & Centrepiece Tazza

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative ensembles command a mantelpiece or console table with the authority of a classical garniture set. This three-piece composition — a grand centrepiece tazza flanked by a matching pair of lidded urns — faithfully reproduces the opulent mantel garnitures that graced the châteaux and palaces of 17th and 18th-century Europe. Deep cobalt blue ceramic bodies glow against richly gilded brass mounts, recalling the celebrated Sèvres porcelain ground colours that defined aristocratic taste during the reigns of Louis XV and Louis XVI. The visual weight of this set transforms any surface it inhabits into a focal point of cultivated refinement.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Each piece in this handcrafted luxury set unites two distinct artisan traditions. The ceramic body is wheel-thrown and kiln-fired to a deep, saturated cobalt glaze, its surface hand-painted with cartouche medallions featuring romantic landscape vignettes and lush floral bouquets rendered in warm terracotta tones — a technique that echoes the peinture en camaïeu decorative painting of the Rococo era. The gilded brass mounts — scrolled acanthus handles, a cast pineapple finial, an ornately pierced and foliate footed base — are individually cast, chased, and polished to a brilliant finish, their arabesque reliefs adding sculptural depth to the composition. The result is a dialogue between the ceramic painter's brush and the metal-caster's craft, united by a shared devotion to European classical heritage.

Dimensions & Details

The pair of lidded urns each stand at 46 cm tall × 22 cm wide, commanding proportions that assert presence without overwhelming a standard mantelpiece or shelving unit. The lower centrepiece tazza provides visual counterpoint, its wide shallow bowl and twin loop handles referencing the antique coupe form. The complete three-piece set weighs approximately 4 kg per urn, ensuring stable placement. Available in your choice of brass finish — each variant subtly shifts the mood of the ensemble from bright Baroque grandeur to aged Antiquarian warmth.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Produced in the ateliers of Brass & Wood in Egypt, this garniture set is the work of artisans who have dedicated their craft to the faithful interpretation of European classical decorative arts. Every brass mount is hand-finished; every ceramic medallion is individually painted. No two sets are entirely identical — a mark of genuine handcraft that distinguishes this piece from mass-produced imitations. Brass & Wood offers customisation of brass finish and, upon request, bespoke ceramic colour variations to complement your interior palette.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are used in this garniture set?

The bodies are crafted from kiln-fired ceramic with a deep cobalt glaze and hand-painted decorative motifs. All mounts, handles, finials, and footed bases are cast brass with a polished gilded finish. No wood components are present in this set.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the lidded urns arrive with their covers packed separately for safe transit, and the brass base of the tazza may be attached upon unboxing. No tools are needed.

Can this set be customised?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers this garniture set in multiple brass finishes including Gold, Antique Gold, and Silver. For bespoke orders, alternative ceramic colourways or personalised painted medallions can be arranged — please contact our team for a consultation.