Sèvres-Style Rococo Ceramic Urn Vase with Ormolu Mounts & Hand-Painted Landscape Medallion

Design & Inspiration

Few decorative objects command a room with the authority of a lidded urn vase in the grand tradition of the Manufacture de Sèvres. This handcrafted piece faithfully reproduces the opulent spirit of Napoleon III–era decorative arts, when ormolu-mounted porcelain vases graced the mantelpieces and étagères of the finest Parisian salons. The iconic bleu céleste — a celestial turquoise glaze synonymous with Sèvres prestige — envelops the vessel's ovoid body, while a hand-painted cartouche at its heart depicts a pastoral landscape scene rendered with the delicacy of a miniature painting. This is not mere ornamentation; it is a conversation piece, a focal point, a declaration of refined taste.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The body of this luxury decorative urn is crafted from fine ceramic, its surface dressed in a rich turquoise glaze that evokes the legendary Sèvres palette. Gold-line latticework frames the central medallion, where a luminous hand-painted landscape — clouds drifting over water and willows — is executed with controlled brushwork that recalls the ateliers of 19th-century decorative painters. The ormolu-style brass mounts are cast and chased by hand: the flamboyant scrolled handles sprout acanthus leaves and naturalistic floral tendrils; the finial atop the domed lid rises as a bouquet of gilded foliage; and the splayed four-footed base is embossed with bold acanthus appliqués. Each brass element is finished to a warm gilded tone, creating that interplay of cool turquoise and luminous gold so characteristic of French Second Empire taste.

Dimensions & Details

Standing 50 cm tall with a width of 25 cm and depth of 13 cm, this Sèvres-style ceramic urn has the visual presence to anchor a console table, sideboard, or mantelpiece. It weighs 4 kg — substantial enough to feel authoritative on display, yet designed as a purely decorative object. The piece arrives fully assembled and ready to place, requiring no additional tools or setup.

Handcrafted in Egypt

At Brass & Wood, every piece is the product of skilled Egyptian artisans who have mastered the European classical tradition. This Sèvres-style urn vase is handcrafted in our Egyptian atelier, where ceramic shaping, glaze application, hand painting, and brass casting are carried out with meticulous attention to detail. The result is a luxury decorative urn that honors a 300-year-old European heritage while being made with Egyptian craftsmanship pride. Customization of brass finish is available — select the variant that best suits your interior.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this vase made from?

This decorative urn is crafted from fine ceramic with a turquoise glaze and fitted with cast brass ormolu-style mounts. The hand-painted landscape medallion is applied directly to the ceramic surface and sealed under a protective glaze layer.

Is assembly required?

No assembly is required. This vase arrives fully assembled and is immediately ready for display.

Can this piece be customized?

Yes. The brass mount finish is available in multiple variants (Gold, Silver, Antique Gold) to suit different interior palettes. Please contact Brass & Wood for further customization inquiries.