Tūī
There’s nothing quite like spotting a Tūī perched on a flax flower… sun catching its iridescent feathers, throat puffed with song, ready to let loose a symphony of clicks, cackles, and melodic chaos. This silhouette captures that wild charisma in Corten steel, giving you a way to bring the spirit of New Zealand’s favorite show-off to your garden or deck.
Tūī are more than just beautiful. With their dual voice boxes and head-bopping antics, they’re the punk rockers of the native bird world. In Maori culture, they’ve long been considered messengers and bringers of vitality. Whether you’re giving this as a housewarming gift, marking a moment of personal growth, or simply upgrading your backyard with iconic NZ flair, this sculpture hits the mark.
Crafted from 3mm Corten steel in a family-run New Zealand factory, it’s built to weather anything the seasons throw at it... forming a rich, protective patina over time. Installing it is as easy as holding it on a downward angle and tapping the stake into a post or tree with a hammer.
This Tūī isn’t just garden decor... it’s your invitation to join the Metalbird Global Art Project: a worldwide celebration of memory, place, and connection.
Our Tūī is:
✓ Bold silhouette, big presence – 25 cm H × 31 cm W, approx. 300 g
✓ Easy to gift – packaged in a slim A4 box (31 × 21 × 1 cm)
✓ Speedy shipping – same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 2 pm
✓ Made in New Zealand – produced in a small NZ family-owned workshop
✓ Tap it & done – easy hammer-in install at a downward angle
✓ Ages beautifully – crafted from 3 mm Corten steel with weathering patina
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Each Metalbird is crafted from Corten® Steel, a premium, weathering steel made to last.
When it meets the elements, it doesn’t rust like your old BBQ. It transforms.
That change you’re seeing? That’s patina. A tough, protective outer layer that seals the steel, adds character, and preserves your bird for decades.
This isn’t paint. It’s nature’s way of ageing gracefully.
The Patina Process:
At first, you’ll notice bright orange spots (we call this the teenage phase). Soon enough, the whole bird will turn a bold orange, slowly shifting into deep burnt umber. Eventually, it settles into a moody charcoal that feels like it’s always belonged.
The Result? A piece of industrial art with a heartbeat. No peeling, no fading, just a bird that gets better with age.
what’s the word on the bird?
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