Neoclassical Crystal & Brass 5-Piece Vanity Set — Engraved Box, Candlesticks & Bowls

Design & Inspiration

Few gestures speak to refined living more eloquently than a curated vanity or display ensemble, where each piece plays its role within a harmonious visual composition. This five-piece neoclassical crystal and brass set — comprising a grand rectangular jewelry box, two tapered candlesticks, and two footed presentation bowls — channels the grandeur of late 18th-century European court culture, where pressed and cut glass caught candlelight across mirrored dressing tables. Every piece is conceived as part of an architectural whole: the soaring vertical rhythm of the candlesticks balanced by the compact horizontal mass of the engraved box, flanked by the shallow bowls as symmetrical sentinels.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The crystal used throughout this set is faceted and relief-pressed to carry intricate floral and geometric motifs — a technique rooted in the Bohemian and Baccarat glassmaking traditions that defined luxury tableware from the 1770s onward. The rectangular box (28 cm wide × 13 cm deep × 12 cm tall) features an all-over engraved surface with repeating classical medallion and foliate patterns, while the lid is crowned with a sculpted brass floral appliqué mount. Each of the two candlesticks rises on a square stepped brass plinth with deeply cast acanthus scrollwork; the crystal stem tapers elegantly to a faceted bobèche cup. The two open bowls rest on three-legged brass stands, each leg terminating in a richly cast acanthus-leaf foot — a motif echoing both the Rococo and Empire vocabulary.

Dimensions & Details

The engraved crystal box measures 28 cm (W) × 13 cm (D) × 12 cm (H) and serves as the visual anchor of the set. The candlesticks stand approximately 27 cm tall (per the product dimension reference for the vase height), while the footed bowls offer a gracious shallow form ideal for displaying keepsakes, jewellery, or confectionery. The entire set weighs approximately 4 kg, reflecting the substantial density of quality crystal and solid cast brass mounts. All brass elements are finished with a lustrous metal plating in the selected variant color, ensuring lasting brilliance.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Each piece in this collection is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans trained in the European classical decorative arts tradition. At Brass & Wood, we faithfully reproduce the decorative language of neoclassical and Baroque European interiors, using high-quality crystal glass and solid cast brass hardware finished by hand. This set is a masterful interpretation of the vanity ensembles that once graced the dressing rooms of European nobility — brought into the modern home without compromise in craft or beauty. Customization of the brass finish color is available to suit your interior palette.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are used in this set?

The set is crafted from high-quality relief-pressed and faceted crystal glass, with solid cast brass mounts and feet. The brass elements are hand-finished with a metal plating in your chosen color variant (Gold, Antique Gold, or Silver).

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — primarily placing the crystal bowls onto their brass stands and ensuring the candlestick components are seated correctly. No tools are needed.

Can the brass finish be customized?

Yes. This set is available in multiple brass finish variants. Please select your preferred finish at the time of ordering. Additional customization options may be available — contact our team for bespoke requests.