This Easter, – The Big Egg Hunt, a charitable event by Elephant Family, features The Art of Tea —a remarkable sculptural Easter egg commissioned by Newby Teas in collaboration with jeweller Benjamin Hawkins and silversmith Oscar Saurin. The Art of Tea is now on display in front of the five-star hotel The Adria until 27th April 2025.

Designing the Easter Egg

The Art of Tea by Newby transforms the Easter Egg into an exquisite silver teapot. It is directly inspired by a masterpiece in the Chitra Collection: a Fabergé silver tea kettle made in 1893. Best known for creating the ornate and intricately designed Imperial Easter Eggs gifted amongst members of the last Romanov Imperial family, the House of Fabergé was the most prestigious manufacturer of luxury goods in Russia in the mid-19th and early 20th centuries. The design of the egg has been expertly crafted by renowned jeweller Benjamin Hawkins London Ltd and brought to life by award-winning silversmith Oscar Saurin. The silver-plated brass teapot Easter egg utilises traditional silversmithing techniques on a grand scale. A work of art, it embodies Newby Teas’ dedication to craftsmanship and sustainability.

Benjamin Hawkins: The Jeweller Behind the Concept

“We are honoured to collaborate with Newby Teas on this meaningful project. This commission celebrates heritage techniques in a contemporary artistic form”, says Benjamin Hawkins.

Benjamin Hawkins is a British jeweller, living and working in London. Trained in Goldsmithing and fine Diamond ware, his work is innovative and highly skilled. Influenced by historic craftsmanship and his residency at The Sarabande Foundation he has established himself as a recognised high jewellery artist. With each commission, Benjamin looks to push the boundaries of what is possible combining new and traditional techniques.

Oscar Saurin: The Silversmith who Hand-Crafted the Sculpture

“The teapot was hand-raised in sections, assembled, and silver-plated to achieve a flawless mirror finish. Over 200 hours of meticulous craftsmanship went into its creation.” Explains Oscar Saurin.

Oscar Saurin is an award-winning silversmith, who began his career at the Goldsmiths’ Centre. In 2022, he opened his own silversmithing company. Oscar’s work is deeply rooted in the traditional apprenticeship training he received under a master silversmith, along with his admiration for historical silverware. His current focus on restoration further informs and inspires the creation of his commissioned works.

To hear from Ben and Oscar about the design and making process of The Art Of Tea Easter egg, visit our Instagram page.

What is the Big Egg Hunt?

The Big Egg Hunt sees London transformed into an open-air gallery, with over 100 decorated large-scale eggs, exquisitely decorated by leading names in art, design, interiors, food and retail. From 24th March to 27th April 2025, visitors will embark on an interactive trail across London’s iconic locations and landmarks, discovering the impressive 2ft sculptures nestled in historic neighbourhoods and cultural hotspots. A dedicated app will allow participants to “collect the eggs” they find, unlocking exclusive prizes along the way. At the conclusion of the exhibition, these one-of-a-kind sculptures will be auctioned to raise vital funds for Elephant Family’s conservation efforts.

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