For centuries he slumbered. A vast, scaly weight pressing down upon the stolen wealth of Erebor™, breathing the stale air of a kingdom’s tomb. In the darkness, the ragon and his hoard became one. No longer just a guardian of the gold, Smaug became the very embodiment of greed, his hide mirroring the glittering coins he coveted above all else.
\nSmaug the Golden creates a striking “”what if”” narrative, imagining the Fire Drake fused with the very treasure he guards. To achieve this lustrous, treasure-hoarding aesthetic, our artists have employed a specialised metallic foiling technique.
\nThis complex application coats the scales and skin in a shimmering layer of gold, simulating the effect of aeons spent crushing dwarven fortunes beneath his might. Yet, amidst this metallic armour, the eyes and maw remain disturbingly organic; a visceral reminder that a living, breathing monster still lurks beneath the gilt.
\nLimited to an Edition Size of just 900, this piece retains all the intricate texture of the original bust while offering a completely new aesthetic. Designed for versatility, the bust can be displayed standing on a flat surface or mounted on a wall.<\/p>\n
– Limited Edition of just 900;
\n– Primarily made from polystone;
\n– Depicts an interpretation of Smaug, as if the treasure of Erebor had fused with his skin;
\n– Metallic foil application gives the illusion of gold fused with flesh;
\n– Perfectly sized to see the menace and ferocity in every scale up-close;
\n– 180\u00b0 swivel allows for both standing display and wall-mounting;
\n– Sculpted by Weta Workshop veteran Andrew Baker.<\/p>\n
Size: 46 x 36 x 24 cm<\/p>\n
Please note: Due to the small edition size and the great demand for this item, allocations are expected to occur.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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