Tūī - Large
Bigger bird, louder voice, more backyard flair.
The sight of a Tūī perched on flax can make even the most stoic Kiwi misty-eyed. These iconic native birds are as bold as they come – sporting metallic green, black and purple feathers, a signature white throat ruff, and the unmistakable attitude of a bird who knows it runs the garden.
With two voice boxes, Tūī can sing, cackle, creak and groan in a chorus of wild, beautiful sounds – some so high-pitched, we can’t even hear them. This large-scale silhouette captures the energy and elegance of one of Aotearoa’s most treasured birds.
✓ Striking silhouette – 40 cm high × 45 cm wide, approx. 450 g
✓ A gift that makes an impact – packaged in our large mailer (39 × 34 × 1 cm)
✓ Speedy shipping – same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 2 pm
✓ Made locally in Aotearoa – crafted in a family-run workshop
✓ Built to last outdoors – 3mm Corten® steel develops a beautiful patina
✓ Show your roots – part of the Global Art Project celebrating native species worldwide
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Tūī - Large
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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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