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Corten steel silhouette of Gandalf riding Gwaihir the Windlord

WETA WORKSHOP

WETA WORKSHOP 86-98-04651 Gandalf on Gwaihir Metalbird Action Figure

SKU CH-1GH0-X820C MPN 86-98-04651

Corten Steel silhouette of Gandalf riding Gwaihir installs by tapping into wood and develops a protective patina over time

  • Corten Steel silhouette of Gandalf riding Gwaihir designed by Weta Workshop artists Simon Lissaman and Iona Brinch
  • Installs easily by tapping 3mm Corten Steel into a tree, post, or wooden surface with a hammer
  • Patina develops within weeks and seals the steel for decades of outdoor durability
  • Open Edition piece lets you display an authentic Middle-earth scene on any prominent wooden surface
  • Collaboration between Weta Workshop and New Zealand studio Metalbird brings film-craft heritage to garden art

Gandalf on Gwaihir Corten Steel Silhouette

This Weta Workshop x Metalbird figure depicts Gandalf riding Gwaihir the Windlord as a Corten Steel silhouette. It is designed for collectors of Lord of the Rings memorabilia and garden art enthusiasts who want a durable outdoor display. The piece arrives new as an Open Edition item crafted by New Zealand artists. It suits anyone seeking a weather-resistant metal artwork for a wooden surface.

3mm Corten Steel Patina and Hammer Installation

The 3mm Corten Steel develops a protective patina that changes colour over time when exposed to the elements. This weathering process seals the steel and preserves it for years without further treatment. Installation requires only a hammer to tap the silhouette into a tree, post or other wooden surface. No additional brackets, fasteners or tools are included or required.

Simple Tap-In Mounting on Wooden Surfaces

Installation is straightforward: position the figure and tap it into the wood with a hammer until secure. The main limitation is the need for a suitable wooden substrate; the piece cannot be mounted on metal, masonry or glass without separate hardware. Ensure the wood is thick enough to hold the silhouette firmly. No assembly or software is involved.

Highlights

  • Corten Steel silhouette of Gandalf riding Gwaihir designed by Weta Workshop artists Simon Lissaman and Iona Brinch
  • Installs easily by tapping 3mm Corten Steel into a tree, post, or wooden surface with a hammer
  • Patina develops within weeks and seals the steel for decades of outdoor durability
  • Open Edition piece lets you display an authentic Middle-earth scene on any prominent wooden surface
  • Collaboration between Weta Workshop and New Zealand studio Metalbird brings film-craft heritage to garden art

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Will the Corten steel silhouette need any treatment or replacement as the patina develops?

The Corten steel forms a protective patina within weeks that seals the material for decades, so no treatment or replacement is required.

What limits where the 3 mm Corten steel figure can be installed for long-term display?

Installation requires a solid wooden surface such as a tree trunk, fence post or timber wall that can accept hammer-tapped mounting.

Does the metal heat up or make noise when left outdoors all day?

Corten steel is passive; it produces no noise and its temperature simply follows the ambient conditions.

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