Rococo Hand-Painted Ceramic Lidded Urn with Floral Bouquets & Twisted Rib Body

Design & Inspiration

This magnificent lidded urn transports the eye directly to the gilded salons of eighteenth-century France, where the Rococo movement reached its most exuberant heights. The body swells and contracts in a dynamic baluster silhouette, its surface animated by boldly twisted spiral ribs that catch the light and cast subtle shadows — a form reminiscent of the celebrated porcelain productions of Sèvres and Meissen at the height of the Louis XV era. Crowning the composition is a domed lid finished with a cast brass acorn-and-pine finial, while the entire piece rests upon a richly chased brass base terminating in four bold claw feet — every element conspiring to project an air of aristocratic grandeur.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The body is crafted from fine ceramic, its ivory-white ground serving as a canvas for skilled artisans who apply hand-painted floral bouquets in the grand tradition of eighteenth-century decorative arts. Each panel between the spiral ribs carries a delicate composition of roses, cornflowers, and mixed garden blooms rendered in soft polychrome enamels — the brushwork intimate and unhurried, every petal individually articulated. The ribs themselves are picked out in sage green and burnished gold, creating a visual rhythm that draws the gaze upward. Cast brass mounts — a pierced and scrolled collar at the lid junction, reeded knop collars at the waist and base stem, and the elaborately acanthus-chased square base — are hand-finished and gilded, adding the warm lustre of ormolu that defines the finest French-inspired decorative objects.

Dimensions & Details

Weighing 4 kg, this lidded urn has commanding physical presence without being unwieldy. Its generous proportions make it ideally suited as a solo centrepiece on a console table, mantelpiece, or reception sideboard, though it may equally anchor one end of a symmetrically arranged vignette. The removable lid is secured by a precisely fitted brass collar ring, allowing the interior to be used for discreet storage. Available in your choice of brass finish — Gold, Antique Gold, or Silver — allowing you to harmonise the urn with your existing interior metalwork.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece bearing the Brass & Wood name is produced in Egypt by artisans trained in the European classical tradition. The ceramic body is wheel-thrown and hand-finished before firing; the polychrome floral decoration is applied entirely by hand using fine-tipped brushes; and the brass mounts are individually cast, chased, and polished before assembly. This commitment to hand production means that no two urns are identical — minor variations in brushwork and gilding are the hallmarks of authentic craft, not imperfections. Brass & Wood stands behind each piece with a quality guarantee and personalised after-sales support.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this urn made from?

The body and lid are crafted from fine ceramic with hand-painted polychrome enamel decoration. All mounts — including the base, collar ring, waist knop, and finial — are cast brass, hand-finished and gilded. Total weight is 4 kg.

Is assembly required?

No assembly is required. The urn arrives fully assembled; the lid simply lifts free of the brass collar ring. It is ready to display immediately upon unboxing.

Can this piece be customised?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customisation options including your choice of brass finish (Gold, Antique Gold, or Silver) and, for larger orders, consultation on bespoke colourways or dimensions. Please contact our team to discuss your requirements.