our story

It all started with a Poulet

Created more than thirty years ago by sculptor Éric Saint Chaffray, this chicken has never left the family table.

More than a sculpture, it became a ritual. A silent witness to celebrations, long conversations, laughter and everyday moments shared around the table.

Over time, it revealed something simple: a single object can transform the way we gather.

That conviction would one day become Ferdie.

After more than thirty-five years dedicated to sculpture—including a remarkable career at the Musée Grévin— Éric Saint Chaffray opened a new chapter alongside his son Colin.

Together, they founded a creative workshop with a shared ambition: to imagine sculptural objects designed for the place where people meet, celebrate and create memories together.

In 2025, that vision became Ferdie.

Named after the youngest generation of the family, the Maison embodies a dialogue between heritage and renewal, craftsmanship and contemporary creation.

Ferdie is more than a collection of sculptural objects.

It is an invitation to look differently at the table.

To compose rather than decorate.

To gather rather than simply dine.

To celebrate craftsmanship, conversation and the simple joy of sharing.

Because we believe the table deserves to be a place for art.

Crafted in France
Ferdie is made in France.

Each piece is born in France, in our workshops, where tradition meets innovation and where young talents and seasoned artisans work hand in hand.
Durability
Ferdie creates to last.

Our pieces don’t follow trends—they stand the test of time. Designed to be passed down, they carry a purpose: local craftsmanship.
Reinterpretation
Ferdie likes to play.

We shake up the rules, enlarge the forms, and experiment with materials and finishes to give historic objects—drawn from a universal vocabulary—a whole new aura. Each piece becomes a reinvented version,
a clash between heritage and modernity.
FRENCH CRAFTSMENSHIP

A Sculptor's Eye

Ferdie pieces is imagined, sculpted and finished in our workshop in France.

From the first sketch to the final application of gold or silver leaf, each stage is carried out with patience, precision and respect for traditional craftsmanship.

Modelling, mould-making, casting, finishing and gilding are not simply production steps; they are part of a dialogue between artistic expression and artisanal expertise.
Some techniques have been passed down for generations. Others are constantly reinterpreted.This balance between heritage and experimentation shapes every Ferdie creation.

our team

Eric Saint Chaffray

The father
Co-founder & Artistic Director
Graduate of Applied Arts and Crafts, Paris
Éric is a renowned sculptor specializing in hyperrealism.

For 37 years, he was one of the lead sculptors at the Grévin Museum in Paris, where he brought iconic figures like Philippe Starck and Alain Ducasse to life.Beyond his sculpting work, he is a versatile artist—also painting and creating sculptures for other celebrated artists.

His passion for art, combined with deep technical expertise, makes him a true connoisseur and tireless experimenter in the field of sculpture.

Colin Bourcier de Saint Chaffray

The son
Co-founder
Passionate and visionary entrepreneur
Colin showed initiative early on, starting during his studies at Rouen Business School. Rather than following a traditional path, he didn’t seek a job after graduation but launched his first entrepreneurial venture — a men’s clothing brand driven by an innovative vision of the male concept store, still little known at the time.

Eager to deepen his skills, Colin spent eight years as a strategy consultant, honing the fundamentals of business strategy. Armed with this experience, he chose to return to entrepreneurship by partnering with his father to create Atelier Saint Chaffray, a creative workshop.
An entrepreneur at heart, Colin is a relentless creator, driven by a clear vision and unwavering determination.

Annika Beck

Stepdaughter
General Manager
Passionate about cultures and travel
Annika studied International Culture and Business Studies in Germany. Driven by a thirst for discovery from a young age, she completed part of her studies abroad, living successively in Australia, Chile, Nicaragua, and Spain before settling in Paris at 22.
From the start of her career, Annika developed a passion for the startup world and its spirit of innovation. She began in international marketing at a flagship French Tech startup, then became Europe Marketing Director for a Canadian startup specializing in lighting.
Curious, observant, and driven by a love of challenge, Annika has enriched her journey with an international outlook and a natural ability to understand the challenges faced by growing companies.

Le Saucisson

Centerpiece

Elevated with white gold leaf applied by hand.

Estimated production time: 6 weeks

Le Poulet

Centerpiece

Elevated with 24-carat gold leaf applied by hand.

Estimated production time: 6 weeks

Le Pain

Centerpiece

Elevated with 24-carat gold leaf applied by hand.

Estimated production time: 6 weeks