Baroque Cherub Crystal Trophy Vase with Engraved Body and Ornate Brass Base

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative objects command a room with the sovereign confidence of a Baroque trophy vase. This extraordinary piece — faithfully inspired by the grand presentation cups of seventeenth-century European courts — arrests the eye with the visual tension between weightless, light-catching crystal and the warm authority of richly finished brass. It belongs to the tradition of the coupe de parade, a ceremonial vessel designed not for utility but for the pure display of magnificence.

Two gilded cherub figures — rendered with fluid, animated postures — cling to the flanks of the vase's engraved crystal body as if caught mid-flight, a hallmark of the Baroque fascination with suspended movement and theatrical drama. The wide tulip-form mouth, deeply engraved with interlacing foliate scrolls, tapers to a spherical crystal knop before flaring again into a domed, engraved base, all unified by an acanthus-scrolled brass plinth of Rococo exuberance.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The vase body is formed from high-clarity crystal, its surface worked with all-over engraved decoration — dense interlocking foliate patterns that catch and scatter light across every surface. This technique, rooted in the Bohemian and Viennese crystal tradition, transforms the vase from a transparent vessel into a luminous field of refracted brilliance. The spherical knop at the stem adds a jewel-like accent, itself engraved with diamond-cut facets.

The brass elements — the twin cherub handles, the acanthus-leaf collar at the neck, and the scrolled, footed plinth — are precision-cast and hand-finished to achieve a warm, glowing surface consistent across all variant finishes. The joinery between crystal and brass is seamless, reflecting the meticulous bench assembly that defines Brass & Wood's handcrafted process.

Dimensions & Details

Height: 36 cm | Width: 20 cm | Depth: 16 cm | Weight: 4 kg. This scale makes the vase ideal as a centrepiece on a dining table, a console in a formal hallway, or a focal point on a mantelpiece or sideboard in a classical reception room. Its weight provides stable presence without requiring anchoring.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece that leaves Brass & Wood's Egyptian atelier is the product of patient, skilled handwork. The crystal engraving is executed by hand, and each brass component is individually cast, chased, and polished before assembly. This is not mass production — it is the continuation of a European decorative tradition, carried forward with North African artisanal pride. Customisation of brass finish is available; please enquire at time of order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this vase made from?

The vase is crafted from high-clarity engraved crystal combined with precision-cast brass hardware (cherub figures, neck collar, and base plinth). No wood is used in this piece.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the crystal body and brass base arrive as separate protected components and are joined during placement. No tools are needed.

Can the brass finish be customised?

Yes. This vase is available in multiple brass finish variants. Please select your preferred finish at checkout or contact our team to discuss bespoke options.