Legacy & Heritage
It began with a gift of love: a pair of earrings Patrick sculpted for his future wife, Catja. When her hairdresser admired them and asked for a pair of her own, others soon followed - and so a family legacy was born.
Patrick and Catja raised their four sons, Alexander, Forbes, Patrick Jnr and Benjamin, in the wilds of Zimbabwe, where nature and a sense of wonder were part of everyday life. The boys grew up sketching, experimenting and finding ingenious ways to turn whatever caught their attention into artworks of their own.
That instinct remains at the heart of the Mavros family today - an African family with a deep-rooted dedication to creativity.
Commissions
Works of exceptional creativity, especially created for discerning collectors drawn to bespoke creations and rarity.
Candelabra
Extraordinary silver candelabra that bring a story of adventure to life with shimmering candles, adding a touch of theatre to the table.
Homestead
Beautifully considered pieces for the home, where stories unfold with exceptional splendour.
Our Core Pillars
Family
Working together side by side for decades, the Mavros family have passed down more than craftsmanship: they've passed down a way of interpreting, creating and living. Each generation adds its own special touch to the story, while time-honoured skills, shared values and a deep love of creativity and exploration are woven into a living tapestry.
Conservation
The Mavros family’s love of Africa’s wildlife inspires a deeper responsibility to protect the creatures and ecosystems that shape their story. Through craftsmanship, conservation partnerships and purposeful collections, the family helps safeguard these remarkable natural worlds, so their magnificence can be cherished and passed on for generations.
Craftsmanship
Every Mavros piece is shaped by hand, from the first sketch to the final polish. Ancient lost-wax casting is guided by the instinct of skilled artisans, with every ridge, texture and detail subjected to an exacting eye. Nothing is hurried and nothing is compromised; each creation is refined with patience and precision until it reaches the highest expression of the craft.
Commissions
From cherished memories to grand imaginings, bespoke handcrafted silver creations become part of your story.
Great Horned Owl
Born from a commission for an extraordinary gift, this magnificent Great Horned Owl takes sculptural form in sterling silver, every feather and curve meticulously shaped by hand. Its 18-carat gold eyes lend an arresting intensity to its gaze - an exceptional objet d’art, poised in silver and created to endure through generations.
Oxpecker
Two oxpeckers, forever perched upon a buffalo horn, form the heart of this commission. Sculpted in hand-finished silver, their delicate forms celebrate the remarkable relationship between bird and beast - an intimate fragment of Africa, rendered as a singular objet d’art for a discerning collector.
Rat Walking Stick
An African hardwood walking stick takes an unexpected turn, crowned with a meticulously sculpted sterling silver rat. Hand-finished in exquisite detail, this playful objet d’art brings together craftsmanship, character and a delightful sense of the unexpected.
Homestead
Charming silver curiosities for gracious tables, generous hosts and homes with character.
Frog & Tortoise Sweet Bowl
Conjured from Patrick Jnr’s childhood fascination with frogs, the Frog & Tortoise Sweet Bowl turns imagination into silver. Two unlikely characters reinvent a simple bowl as a fantastical little world - a joyful conversation piece where childhood wonder, exquisite craftsmanship and the theatre of entertaining come together.
Place Card Holders
From African animals to creatures of the northern hemisphere, we have reimagined the place card as a miniature world of wonder. Hand finished in silver and set upon dark wood, each animal brings personality to the table, sparking curiosity, conversation and laughter.
Ashtrays
From mischievous monkeys, proud lions and wandering camels to elephants and tortoises, Patrick Mavros turns the humble ashtray into a world of sculpture and humour. Each piece is hand-finished in silver, rich with character and unexpected detail - made not merely to serve the cigar, but to give the ritual its own stage.
Table Lamps
Africa’s most captivating creatures take sculptural form in sterling silver, illuminated by the warm glow of these distinctive table lamps. From playful vervet monkeys to regal lions and leopards, each creates an arresting interplay of light and sculpture - bringing a room quietly to life.
Candelabra
A little theatre for the table, where silver, candlelight and Africa meet beautifully.
Fari Tree & Giraffe Family Candelabra Set
Patrick and his team brought the African acacia to life in silver, capturing its distinctive grace and presence. With extraordinary patience and meticulous craftsmanship, delicate branches and tiny leaves take form in a remarkable candelabra - a shimmering evocation of the savannah, created for beauty, conversation and candlelit gatherings.
Xigera Candelabra
Created exclusively for Xigera Lodge, the Xigera Candelabra distils the shimmering beauty of the Okavango Delta into a sculptural centrepiece. Silver lilies cradle flickering flames, while tiny frogs emerge amongst the pads - an intricate tableau of light, nature and discovery, made to enchant the table.
Ladies
Jewellery inspired by Africa, handcrafted in silver and gold for a life of adventure.
The Sea Urchin Collection
The sea urchin’s intricate form is rendered in hand-finished silver and gold, illuminated by pearls and vibrant gemstones. Handcrafted in Mauritius, each piece carries the poetry of the ocean - its mystery and beauty distilled into something made to be worn.
The Pangolin Collection
The pangolin’s extraordinary armour and gentle nature inspire this sculptural collection by Patrick Jnr. Handcrafted in silver and gold, each piece pays homage to one of Africa’s most enigmatic creatures, while 10% of proceeds support the Tikki Hywood Foundation in its work to rescue, rehabilitate and protect this endangered species.
The Elephant Hair Collection
The Elephant Hair Collection brings an ancient talisman to life in handwoven silver and gold. Inspired by the strength and wisdom of the elephant, each piece carries a quiet story of protection, love and connection - a deeply personal emblem shaped with enduring artistry.
The Tusk Collection
A tribute to Craig, one of Africa’s great Super Tuskers, the Tusk Collection captures his distinctive ear and sweeping tusks in silver and gold. Each piece carries a deeper purpose, with 10% of profits supporting Tusk’s conservation efforts and the protection of precious elephant habitats for generations to come.
The Ndoro Collection
The Ndoro Collection honours the distinctive spiral of Southern Africa in hand-finished silver and gold. A symbol steeped in heritage and meaning, each piece reflects the enduring rhythm of life - a graceful expression of beauty, connection and African tradition.
Gentlemen
Distinctive jewellery for modern adventurers, handcrafted in silver and gold, inspired by the wild.
Cufflinks
Extraordinary creatures take sculptural form in Patrick Mavros cufflinks, hand-finished in silver and gold with remarkable precision. Intimate works of art for the cuff, each piece reveals a distinctive eye for craftsmanship, character and the unexpected.
Forged by the Ocean
Forged during lockdown in Mauritius, this bangle transforms the island’s elemental beauty into hand-worked silver. Shaped using volcanic basalt and inspired by the ocean, each piece carries a deeper purpose, with 10% of proceeds supporting the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation and the protection of Mauritius’ precious wildlife and ecosystems.
Belts & Buckles
Wild animals take form in sterling silver, with leopards, crocodiles, elephants, buffalo and pangolins captured in exquisite detail. Paired with beautifully made leather, these buckles bring the artistry of Patrick Mavros to an everyday object - quietly distinctive and deeply characterful.
The Huntsman Bangle
Born from an unforgettable encounter with Huntsman “Hunty” Greaves, the Huntsman Bangle brings friendship, character and adventure together in silver. A solid core is meticulously woven strand by strand, creating a distinctive form that carries the memory of a chance meeting - considered, tactile and quietly compelling.
The Kolisi Cuff
A remarkable collaboration with the great Siya Kolisi, the Kolisi Cuff takes its inspiration from the emblem of his Foundation - expressing unity, resilience and shared humanity in sterling silver. With 10% of every sale supporting the Kolisi Foundation, each piece carries its own story of purpose, possibility and giving back.
Sculptures
Characterful creatures, captured in silver, destined to bring a little of the wild home with you.
Game Birds
Nature in motion is captured in hand-finished silver, from lively guinea fowl and elegant pheasants to magnificent game birds. Fleeting gestures and distinctive character are preserved in exquisite detail, bringing the theatre and poetry of Africa into the home.
Named Elephant Herd
Known to the Mavros family by name and character, each elephant carries a story of the Zimbabwean plains in silver. From gentle calves to great tuskers, the herd brings together generations of unforgettable encounters - transforming memories of Africa into sculptural treasures.
Animals of the North
The wolf, majestic stag, elusive roe buck and powerful tiger extend the Mavros world into the northern hemisphere. Hand-finished in Africa and rendered in silver, each sculpture captures the distinctive character and quiet majesty of these remarkable creatures - a homage to distant forests and the enduring poetry of nature.
Black Mamba
Shrouded in myth and mystery, the black mamba held Patrick’s fascination for as long as he could remember. Drawing from countless encounters in the African wilderness, he brought its sinuous form to life in sterling silver, every curve shaped by hand to preserve the quiet power and elusive character of this remarkable serpent.