Vintage Glamour Crystal Casket with Antique Brass Trim

Hand-Cut Crystal and Antique Brass Casket — A Vintage Glamour Masterpiece

There are few materials as eternal as crystal — its clarity, its ability to hold and scatter light, its cool whisper under the fingertips. The Vintage Glamour Crystal Casket with Antique Brass Trim embodies that timeless brilliance, capturing the essence of refined luxury and sculptural beauty. Designed by Ian K. Fowler, a master of modern classicism, this exquisite piece reimagines the old-world crystal casket as an object of both function and fascination.

Handcrafted from cut crystal with striking architectural precision, the casket’s form reveals a rhythmic play of bevels and refractions. Each panel reflects the world in miniature prisms, while the antique brass trim introduces a touch of grounded warmth — a whisper of Art Deco allure meeting modern restraint. The lid is crowned by a polished brass cube, geometric yet regal, that doubles as a handle and punctuation mark to the design’s perfect symmetry.

In daylight, the casket becomes a quiet sculpture — light breaks along its edges, scattering soft rainbows across a nearby wall or tabletop. By candlelight or lamplight, its presence deepens, the brass glowing like aged gold against the crystalline clarity. The weight of it — solid yet perfectly balanced — conveys craftsmanship that feels enduring, heirloom-worthy.

This is not a mere decorative accent, but an object of ritual. A place to keep what matters: a favorite ring, cufflinks, handwritten notes, or small treasures gathered over a lifetime. In the language of Vintage Glamour, such objects weren’t hidden away but celebrated — curated within glass and gilt to reflect a life lived beautifully. One can almost imagine it on a mirrored vanity in 1930s Paris, holding pearls that have absorbed decades of perfume and laughter.

Every Vintage Glamour Crystal Casket is meticulously constructed to achieve harmony between transparency and structure. The antique brass elements — the cube finial, the base, and the elegantly raised feet — are hand-polished and aged to a subtle patina, lending the piece a sense of history and permanence. Fowler’s design philosophy — that elegance lies in restraint — is evident in every angle. The proportions are exacting, but the effect feels effortless.

Placed on a vintage vanity, it introduces light and sophistication; on a desk, it brings order and refinement; on a coffee table, it becomes a conversation piece, refracting the room around it like a miniature cathedral of glass. It’s as much sculpture as storage — an intersection of art, design, and emotion.

Beyond its physical beauty, the Vintage Glamour Crystal Casket carries a certain nostalgia — a reminder of the days when even everyday rituals had ceremony. Opening its lid, the faint chime of crystal against brass evokes a sense of occasion. It’s the kind of piece that becomes quietly indispensable: a home for the small tokens that tell one’s personal story.

Though thoroughly contemporary in execution, this casket honors the tradition of European crystal houses — where artisans hand-cut each facet with precision born of centuries-old practice. Every surface, every join, every reflection has been considered. Its clean geometry nods to the Deco era, while the restrained brass detailing anchors it firmly in the present.

Whether given as a gift or kept as a personal treasure, it possesses a quality that transcends trend. It doesn’t shout; it gleams — a silent emblem of taste, craftsmanship, and the enduring allure of well-made things.

Design Features

• Designed by Ian K. Fowler

• Faceted cut crystal body with beveled panels for multidirectional light reflection

• Antique brass trim, feet, and cube finial handle

• Rectangular form with symmetrical proportions for sculptural balance

• Functions as a keepsake holder, decorative accent, or jewelry casket

Color Palette

• Clear crystal

• Aged antique brass with soft golden patina

Condition Notes

• Newly handcrafted with hand-polished brass detailing

• Minor natural variations in brass tone are inherent to the finish

Origin & Construction

• Designed by Ian K. Fowler

• Hand-cut crystal with hand-finished brass trim

• Constructed with precision joints and felted base for surface protection

• Dimensions: 9.5" W × 7" D × 6" H

Dimensions

• Width: 9.5"

• Depth: 7"

• Height: 6"