The Gathering of the Guinea Fowl

Handcrafted in sterling silver in our Harare Studio, each sculpture captures a different moment within the flock. The Standing Guinea Fowl keeps a quiet watch with poised elegance, the Pecking Guinea Fowl bows gently toward the earth in a familiar ritual of foraging, while the Guinea Fowl Pair celebrates the warmth and companionship of birds rarely found apart. Smaller in scale than our original trio, the collection was designed to bring a sense of charisma, conversation and understated safari elegance into the home.

For their unveiling, Catja Mavros gathered the collection in her garden, creating a tablescape inspired by the romance of safari living with the ease of a countryside table beneath African trees. Moss and trailing fern were layered softly across the table, while scattered guinea fowl feathers brought texture and movement between the Guineafowl silver sculptures - who appeared almost as though they had wandered naturally into the setting themselves. Guinea Fowl Coffee Spoons added another layer of charm - rested beside delightful, delicate porcelain teacups.

What makes Catja’s tablescapes so captivating is her instinct for creating atmosphere rather than perfection. Rather than matching everything precisely - she layers textures, tones and objects that feel quietly collected over time. Soft sage linens, natural wood, porcelain, silver and living greenery sit together effortlessly; creating a table that feels warm, intimate and gently alive. The guinea fowl sculptures become natural conversation pieces within the landscape,- encouraging the same chatter and togetherness amongst guests, so characteristic of the birds themselves.

Tablescaping has always been about more than entertaining. It is about storytelling. About creating moments where guests linger longer, laughter carries across the table and beautiful objects become part of shared memory. Like the guinea fowl flock itself, the most memorable tables feel relaxed, welcoming and full of life.