They're back! And just in time for holiday shopping! Our much-loved French guinea hens from Les Céramiques de Lussan have returned to Nest, and we couldn't be happier to welcome these charming little characters back to the shop.
If you're not familiar with these wonderful birds, they have quite a lovely story. The collection began in 1974 in the picturesque village of Lussan in the south of France, where ceramic artist Heidi Caillard was inspired by the guinea fowl wandering through her garden. After countless sketches and experiments, she created the beautifully rounded, whimsical birds that have since become something of a French design icon.
Today, her son Adrien and his team continue the family tradition, crafting these delightful birds in their workshop in Lussan. Each one is made using traditional techniques and finished by hand, with those distinctive little spots and beautiful colors giving every bird its own personality. No two are exactly alike, and that's part of their charm!
Why do we love them so much? Well, they're simply impossible not to smile at! There's something about their wonderfully plump shape, tiny heads, and elegant simplicity that makes them equally at home in a traditional country house or a more contemporary setting. Perch one on a bookshelf, tuck a pair onto a mantel, or gather a little flock on a console table.
They have a way of adding just the right touch of whimsy without being overly fussy.
And we particularly love that they're not something you see everywhere. These are beautifully crafted pieces with a story behind them, the sort of treasures you'll enjoy for years and perhaps even pass along to the next generation.
With the holidays approaching, they also make wonderful gifts for anyone who appreciates French design, beautiful craftsmanship, or simply something a little unexpected. And for those of you who have already started a collection, you know how difficult it is to stop at just one!
We've just received a lovely new selection of sizes and colors, so whether you're choosing your very first guinea fowl, adding to your existing flock, or looking for that perfect holiday gift, now is a wonderful time to stop by.
Come visit us at Nest and meet our newest arrivals. We have a feeling these little French beauties won't be staying with us for very long!
After all, every home could use a little French whimsy!
