Baroque Trophy Cup Crystal & Brass Vase - Scrollwork Handles & Pierced Base

Design & Inspiration

Some objects do not merely decorate a room — they preside over it. This Baroque trophy cup vase, faithfully inspired by the grandeur of 17th and 18th-century European court decorative arts, commands attention the moment it enters a space. Its trophy-cup silhouette — the wide, flared crystal bowl rising from a faceted crystal sphere and descending into an ornate brass pedestal — embodies the theatrical confidence of the Baroque era: monumental in presence, meticulous in every detail. Place it at the heart of a reception salon, atop a console in a grand hallway, or as the anchor of a formal dining table, and it transforms the entire atmosphere around it.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The bowl is formed from deeply faceted crystal, its prismatic cuts catching and scattering light across surrounding surfaces with every shift of illumination. Crowning the rim is a cast brass appliqué of acanthus leaves and floral swags — one of the defining decorative motifs of European Baroque and Rococo ornament — finished in a warm, polished brass tone. The lateral handles sweep outward in bold C-scroll volutes, each terminating in a delicate foliate curl, anchored at the bowl with further foliate brass castings. Beneath the crystal bowl, a faceted crystal sphere serves as the stem, its geometry contrasting beautifully with the organic exuberance of the brass mounts above and below. The pedestal base is a tour de force of the brass-caster's art: a square-plan platform pierced with elaborate foliate fretwork, its corners and center rising in layered acanthus relief — a composition in itself, worthy of close inspection. All brass elements are precision-cast and hand-finished, achieving the crisp definition of relief that distinguishes fine decorative metalwork from mere imitation.

Dimensions & Details

Weighing 4 kg, this vase carries the satisfying physical substance of a genuinely premium object. Its trophy-cup proportions ensure visual impact from across a room while the intricate detail rewards close examination. The piece is delivered in one unit requiring only minimal assembly, and is available in multiple brass finish variants to complement your interior palette.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece in the Brass & Wood collection is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans trained in the traditions of classical European decorative metalwork. The brass components are individually cast, cleaned, and hand-finished before assembly with the crystal elements — a process that ensures each vase carries subtle variations that are the hallmark of genuine handcraft. Brass & Wood's commitment to quality means that this piece is built not as a disposable accent, but as a collectible decorative object intended to be passed between generations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this vase made from?

The vase combines hand-finished cast brass (available in Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold finishes) with faceted crystal for the bowl and sphere stem. There is no wood or marble in this piece.

Is assembly required?

Only minimal assembly is required — typically connecting the crystal sphere stem section to the base and bowl, secured without tools. Full instructions are included.

Can the brass finish or crystal be customized?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization on brass finish color. Please contact our team before ordering to discuss available options and lead times.