Pair of Late 19th-Century French Copper & Brass Miniature Urn Bud Vases

Era & Origin:

Circa 1880–1900 | France

Materials:

Copper and brass with hand-burnished finish

Details & History:

A refined pair of late 19th-century French miniature urns, masterfully crafted from copper and brass. Their classical silhouettes echo the grandeur of neoclassical design — slender baluster forms set upon square brass plinths — once created as mantel garnitures or desk ornaments to accompany clocks and objets d’art.

Over a century later, their elegant scale and watertight construction lend them beautifully to life as bud vases. The interplay between the warm copper body and polished brass base captures the timeless duality of French craftsmanship: utilitarian yet exquisite. Each urn showcases hand-finished detailing that speaks to the Belle Époque era’s devotion to artistry and refinement in even the smallest decorative objects.

Condition Notes:

Lovely patina throughout with gentle age wear to the metal surfaces. Natural oxidation to the copper and brass enhances their depth and authenticity.

Styling Notes:

Style atop antique books, a vanity, or mantel to bring a touch of continental sophistication. Perfect for displaying a single stem, dried floral sprig, or as a sculptural pair left empty — an understated nod to classical form and French metalwork.

Dimensions:

Each approx. 2" Diameter x 5.25" H

Sold As:

Set of 2