The prancing pony

$139.99

The Prancing Pony™ – a Lord of the Rings garden silhouette, crafted with Wētā. Made from weathering Corten® steel in the USA. A rustic symbol of welcome.

A warm welcome from the heart of Bree.
The Prancing Pony™ is more than an inn — it’s a beacon in the wild, where muddy boots are welcome, pints are poured deep, and tales grow taller by the hour. This silhouette sign captures that essence in steel: weathered charm, familiar comfort, and just a hint of danger at the edges.

Created in partnership with Wētā Workshop concept artists and crafted in Corten® steel, this piece brings the rustic feel of Middle-earth™ to your gatepost, garden, or outdoor bar. Whether you're building a backyard homage or gifting a fellow traveller, it’s the kind of sign that says: “Come in, sit down, stay a while.”

From the Inn at Bree... A faithful silhouette of Tolkien’s most iconic waystation
Designed with Wētā Workshop... Based on original Lord of the Rings concept art
Stately and warm... Measures 31cm high x 36.8cm wide (12.2" x 14.5"), approx. 794g (28oz)
Built to last... Made from 1/8" American Corten® steel that develops a protective rust patina
Easy to gift & ship... Ships flat in a 16" x 13" x ¼" presentation box
Locally made... Produced in a family-owned US metal workshop
Simple install... Tap it into timber or post using a hammer or mallet — no blacksmith required

We have a flat $9.99 across Aotearoa plus offer free shipping when you spend over $150. We don't offer international shipping from New Zealand, however check out our other Metalbird stores in Australia, USA, Canada, UK, and Europe for more local shipping options — Anywhere else in the world, head to metalbird.com!"

Easy To Install

Step 1: Reveal your precious

Step 2: Secure with a tap

Step 3: Admire your piece of Middle-earth

Metalbird x Wētā Workshop

For seven and a half years, Wētā Workshop poured its heart and soul into crafting over 48,000 props, weapons, costumes, creatures, prosthetics, and environments for The Lord of the Rings film trilogy, helping to transport audiences to the enchanting world of Middle-earth. Since then, their journey hasn't stopped. They’ve remained dedicated to exploring the realms of creativity, making, learning, solving, and inspiring across various artistic mediums.

And that journey continues with fellow New Zealand art enthusiasts, Metalbird, who bring their signature steel bird silhouettes to life in gardens across the world. Together, these two creative forces celebrate the spirit of innovation and artistry that defines New Zealand.

Join us in celebrating the fusion of worlds, where craftsmanship meets creativity, and humble beginnings lead to epic tales.

Made to Last

Crafted from Corten Steel, The Lord of the Rings collection embodies the timelessness of Middle-earth. Like the epic tales themselves, Corten Steel develops a protective patina when exposed to the elements, preserving its strength and beauty for decades.

Bring a touch of this enduring craftsmanship into your life with our unique collaboration, where humble beginnings lead to legendary creations.

Where craftsmanship meets creativity, and humble beginnings lead to epic tales

Where craftsmanship meets creativity, and humble beginnings lead to epic tales

Where craftsmanship meets creativity, and humble beginnings lead to epic tales

Where craftsmanship meets creativity, and humble beginnings lead to epic tales