Wētā Workshop was intrinsically involved in the design and physical effects manufacture for all three films of The Lord of the Rings™ trilogy.

It takes hundreds of hours to design, sculpt, model make, mold, and paint the prototype for each new Middle-earth piece. Whether it be a prop replica, beautiful environment, or iconic character, we treat our collectibles with the same level of care and attention to detail that we bring to our film work.

The skull of Gollum, a creature once known as Sméagol™, presents a poignant study in tragic transformation.

The delicate and diminutive bone structure, marked by a high cranial vault and recessed jaw, reflects both his humble origins and the corruptive influence of the One Ring. Gollum’s skull, with its pronounced ocular orbits, hints at the profound changes wrought by his years in darkness. This artifact uniquely captures the essence of his dual existence, teetering between creature and wretch.

MINIATURE SKULLS: A CURATION OF MIDDLE-EARTH

Each Miniature Skull, a compact yet detailed artifact, offers a profound glimpse into the anatomy of Middle-earth. Enhance your collection with this unique curation and examine these creatures like never before.

Features:

• Made primarily from polystone
• Jaw made from polyurethane
• Approx 5.1 inches tall
• Based on the Hobbit-turned-wretch, Gollum, from The Lord of the Rings
• Obsidian-like stand makes this skull feel like an artifact straight out of Saruman’s study
• Physically sculpted by Wētā Workshop Senior Sculptor and Middle-earth veteran Jamie Beswarick—the same artist who sculpted Gollum for the films.

“Our authentic prop replicas and collectibles are designed by the very same artists who have worked on the three films, so effectively the come straight from Middle-earth.”

- Richard Taylor – CEO & Co-founder, Wētā Workshop

• Ages: 14-99
• Country of origin: China

*Please note: Images are of a pre-production prototype. Each piece is hand painted and some variations may occur.