Rococo Ceramic Lidded Urn Vase with Hand-Painted Floral Medallion

Design & Inspiration

There is a particular quality to a Sèvres-style urn that commands attention the moment it enters a room — a deep, jewel-like wine red body that seems to glow from within, dressed in the gilt language of the French Rococo court. This handcrafted ceramic lidded urn vase is a faithful interpretation of the celebrated covered urns produced at the royal Sèvres manufactory during the reign of Louis XV, when the decorative arts reached a pinnacle of refinement and visual drama. The elongated urn silhouette rises on a richly chased brass base, passes through a spherical knop, and culminates in a sculptural gilt finial of layered laurel leaves — an unmistakably aristocratic profile.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The ceramic body is rendered in a saturated, deep wine-red ground — a nod to the iconic rouge de Ferraris colour that made Sèvres porcelain so prized in eighteenth-century European courts. Against this dramatic ground, hand-painted gilded arabesque and foliate scrollwork frame a central oval medallion depicting a loose, naturalistic bouquet of roses and mixed blooms — painted with the soft, luminous touch of classical porcelain artistry. The ormolu-inspired brass mounts — the scrolled handles, the acanthus-chased foot, the lobed spherical knop, and the multi-leaf finial — are cast and hand-finished by Brass & Wood craftsmen to mirror the fluid organic character of Rococo metalwork. Every surface detail, from the gilded line borders to the shaped cartouche reserve, has been executed with exacting attention to period authenticity.

Dimensions & Details

This decorative urn vase weighs 4 kg, lending it a satisfying physical presence that underscores its quality. The lidded form and tall, columnar proportions make it equally suited to being displayed as a solo centrepiece on a console, mantelpiece, or sideboard, or as part of a symmetrical pair flanking a clock or mirror. The brass mounts contribute warmth and textural contrast against the deep ceramic ground, while the gilt leaf finial draws the eye upward, adding vertical drama to any display arrangement.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece in the Brass & Wood collection is made by hand in Egypt by artisans trained in the traditions of classical European decorative craft. This urn vase represents weeks of skilled labour — from the shaping and firing of the ceramic body, to the meticulous hand-painting of the floral medallion and gilded ornament, to the casting and hand-chasing of the brass components. It is not a mass-produced decorative object; it is a considered, personal act of making. Brass & Wood is proud to bring this level of artisanal excellence to homes across Egypt and the Arab world, honouring the legacy of European decorative heritage through the hands of Egyptian craftsmen.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this vase made from?

This lidded urn vase is crafted from high-quality ceramic for the body and lid, with decorative mounts, base, handles, and finial cast in brass with a gold finish. The floral medallion is hand-painted and the gilded ornament is applied by hand.

Is this item fragile?

Yes. As with all fine ceramic and brass decorative pieces, this urn should be handled with care. We recommend displaying it in a stable location away from high-traffic areas, direct sunlight, and humidity. Use a dry or lightly damp cloth for dusting — avoid abrasive cleaners.

Can this piece be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization on brass finish colour (Gold, Silver, Antique Gold) for this piece. For bespoke customization requests — including alternative ceramic colours or special sizing — please contact our team directly.