Rococo Crystal Chalice Vase with Brass Floral Appliqué on Ornate Pedestal Base

Design & Inspiration

There are objects that do not merely occupy space — they command it. This Rococo crystal chalice vase, rising 34 cm from its gilded pedestal to its scalloped crystal rim, is precisely such a piece. Evoking the exuberant decorative vocabulary of 18th-century European courts, it channels the spirit of the great Sèvres and Bohemian crystal traditions: a goblet-shaped body that catches and fractures light into a cascade of prismatic brilliance, crowned by a naturalistic brass floral appliqué of extraordinary sculptural detail. This is centerpiece décor that transforms a sideboard, console, or mantelpiece into a focal point of refined luxury.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The body is executed in faceted cut crystal, its surface alive with a geometric field of star-burst and lattice motifs pressed into every panel — a technique that speaks directly to the Bohemian and Baccarat cut-glass traditions. The crystal globe that separates the upper chalice from the domed lower base catches light independently, acting as a luminous node in the piece's vertical composition. At the waist of the chalice, a hand-applied brass floral spray — rendered with individual petals, a textured stamen, and branching stems — is mounted directly onto the crystal surface, its warm metallic tone a deliberate counterpoint to the cool translucence of the glass. The pedestal base is cast brass, sculpted with bold acanthus-leaf scrolls and raised cartouches in the full Baroque tradition, terminating in four splayed scroll feet that anchor the composition with visual authority.

Dimensions & Details

Standing 34 cm tall with a footprint of 16 cm × 16 cm and weighing 4 kg, this vase carries the satisfying heft of genuine quality. The scalloped, notched rim at the top of the chalice references the cut-crystal goblets of 19th-century European aristocratic table settings, while the dome-shaped crystal base transitions seamlessly into the ornate brass pedestal through a collar of cast brass detailing. Available in multiple brass finish variants to suit your interior palette.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece bearing the Brass & Wood name is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans trained in the classical European decorative traditions. The brass elements are individually cast, hand-chased, and finished to achieve depth of surface detail that machine production cannot replicate. The crystal body is hand-assembled onto the base, with each brass floral appliqué positioned and secured by hand. This is not mass production — it is the applied craft of a workshop that takes seriously the legacy it is entrusted to interpret. Each piece may carry the subtle, unrepeatable marks of the human hand — a testament to its authenticity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this vase made from?

The chalice body and dome base are crafted from faceted cut crystal, while all decorative mounts, the floral appliqué, and the pedestal base are cast and hand-finished brass. The globe connector is solid crystal. No wood is used in this piece.

Is any assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the chalice body and the pedestal base are shipped separately and join together simply and securely without tools.

Can this vase be customized?

Yes. The brass finish is available in multiple variants including Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold. Please contact Brass & Wood for bespoke finish options or custom sizing inquiries.