Rococo Brass Urn Vase on Cabriole Stand - Heavily Carved Acanthus Relief

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative objects command a room with the quiet authority of a classically proportioned urn set upon an ornamental stand. This Rococo brass urn vase, inspired by the exuberant decorative vocabulary of eighteenth-century French court interiors, unites two masterfully conceived forms: a voluptuous double-handled urn and a slender three-legged cabriole stand. Together, they rise to a composed yet animated silhouette that transforms any surface — an entrance hall credenza, a reception salon corner, a grand bedroom alcove — into a moment of considered luxury.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Cast and hand-finished entirely in brass, every surface of this piece is alive with detail. The urn body is embossed and chased with sweeping acanthus leaf relief — the quintessential Rococo motif, beloved by the ateliers of Louis XV's Versailles — interspersed with cartouche medallions and foliate scrollwork that catches the light as it moves across the gold surface. Twin serpentine handles curve gracefully from shoulder to lip, their forms recalling the ormolu mounts found on period French commodes. The cabriole stand is equally expressive: three sinuous legs, each surface decorated with continuous acanthus chasing, spring from a delicate triangular stretcher shelf and terminate in scrolled sabots. This is handcrafted metalwork in the tradition of European bronze foundries — not machine-stamped decoration, but relief built by skilled artisan hands.

Dimensions & Details

The vase unit measures 28 cm wide × 16 cm deep × 37 cm tall and weighs 4 kg — substantial enough to anchor a surface composition yet refined enough for intimate display. Available in Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold finishes, each variant responds differently to ambient light: the Gold radiates warm brilliance, the Antique Gold lends a patinated depth, and the Silver reads with cool neoclassical clarity. The open mouth of the urn accommodates fresh or dried floral arrangements, making this as functional as it is ornamental.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece bearing the Brass & Wood name is conceived and handcrafted in Egypt by artisans who inherit a tradition of metalwork excellence reaching back through generations. The brass is sourced to exacting quality standards, cast with precision, and then finished by hand — each chased line, each burnished surface a result of individual craft attention. Brass & Wood's commitment is to bring the grandeur of classic European decorative arts into the modern home without compromise, offering heirloom-quality objects at accessible luxury price points. Customization in finish and size is available upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What material is this vase made from?

This urn vase and its cabriole stand are crafted entirely from high-quality brass, hand-cast and hand-finished with embossed acanthus relief detail. No wood, ceramic, or resin components are used.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the urn vase sits onto the stand and may need to be positioned upon arrival. No tools or complex assembly steps are needed.

Can this piece be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization in brass finish (Gold, Antique Gold, Silver) as well as bespoke sizing for large orders. Please contact our team with your specifications.