Baroque Brass & Crystal Lidded Urn Vase with Acanthus Scroll Handles

Design & Inspiration

There are objects that simply command a room — and this Baroque-inspired lidded crystal urn is precisely that. Drawing on the exuberant visual language of 17th and 18th-century European court decorative arts, this handcrafted urn vase fuses the clarity of hand-cut crystal with the warm, sculptural depth of cast brass. Its silhouette — a full-bodied ovoid crystal body, cradled by soaring acanthus scroll handles and crowned by a pine-cone finial — speaks directly to the tradition of the great French and Flemish ornamental urns that graced the sideboards and mantlepieces of palace interiors. This is not mere decoration; it is a statement of refinement.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The urn body is formed from clear, vertically ribbed crystal, its faceted surface refracting light with remarkable brilliance across every angle. The brass framework — cast and hand-finished by skilled Egyptian artisans — wraps the crystal in a richly detailed embrace: a dentil-and-swag collar at the neck, draped garland mounts cascading down the body, and a broad acanthus-leaf base whose deeply undercut relief reveals genuine casting mastery. The lid, a fluted crystal dome, is topped by a cast brass pine-cone finial — a motif used since antiquity to symbolize wisdom and eternal life. Each scrollwork arm rises from a cluster of cast acanthus leaves, terminating in elegant outward-curling volutes. The brass finish is applied by hand, lending a luminous warmth that complements the crystal's cool transparency.

Dimensions & Details

Weighing 4 kg, this lidded urn has the satisfying physical presence of a true collector's piece. Its generous proportions — the wide-flared base providing visual stability, the tall arching handles extending the vertical drama — make it equally suited as a standalone centrepiece on a console table, a mantel ornament, or a formal dining table arrangement. The removable lid allows the urn to serve as a decorative vessel for dried botanicals, potpourri, or simply as a sculptural objet d'art. Available in multiple brass finish variants to coordinate with your interior palette.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece in the Brass & Wood collection is produced in Egypt by craftspeople whose skills span generations of metalworking and decorative arts tradition. This urn is cast, assembled, and finished entirely by hand — no two pieces are precisely identical, and the subtle variations in surface texture are the hallmark of authentic handcraft. Brass & Wood's commitment is to bring the grandeur of classical European decorative traditions into the modern home, faithfully and beautifully.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this urn vase made from?

The urn body and lid are crafted from clear ribbed crystal, while the handles, collar mounts, garland swags, finial, and base are cast from solid brass, hand-finished to a high lustre. No wood components are present in this piece.

Is any assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the handles and lid are attached or placed during unboxing. Full setup takes only a few minutes and requires no tools.

Can this piece be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization options including alternative brass finishes (Gold, Silver, Antique Gold) and, for larger orders, bespoke sizing or engraving. Please contact our team to discuss your requirements.