Weta Statue : Legolas and Gimli on Arod

Race: Elves

Date of Birth: Unknown
Left Middle-earth: 120 of the Fourth Age
Residences: Mirkwood; later Ithilien
Parents: Father - Thranduil; Mother - Unknown
Weapons: Bow & arrows and a long white knife
Horse: Arod
Galadriel's gift: Bow of the Galadhrim and a quiver of arrows

Legolas Greenleaf, son of the Elvenking of Mirkwood, was selected to represent the Elves in the Fellowship of the Ring. His endurance, keen sight, and fighting skills were of great help on the quest, but his loyalty and friendship were even greater assets to his companions. Legolas grew fond of the Hobbits and he loved and supported Aragorn, but the strongest bond he formed was his unlikely friendship with Gimli the Dwarf. His age is unknow, but according to some references from the book, it's guessed to be around 3000. ( source: tuckborough.net )

Race: Dwarves
Date of Birth: 2879
Date of Death: Sometime after 120 of the Fourth Age
Residences: Blue Mountains; Lonely Mountain; Glittering Caves
Parents: Father - Gloin, mother - unknown Weapon: Axe
Galadriel's gift: Three strands of her hair

Gimli was a stout-hearted and loyal Dwarf. His father Gloin had been one of Bilbo Baggins' companions on the quest to the Lonely Mountain, and Gimli was a member of the Fellowship that accompanied Frodo Baggins on the quest to destroy the One Ring. Gimli overcame his suspicion of Elves as he grew to admire Galadriel and formed a lasting friendship with Legolas, earning him the name Elf-friend. Gimli was born in 2879. His father Gloin was of the line of Durin; his mother's name is not known. In his youth, Gimli lived in the Blue Mountains west of Eriador. After the Dwarves reclaimed the Lonely Mountain in 2941, Gloin relocated his family there and became prosperous. ( source: tuckborough.net )

Arod: Horse of Legolas. Arod originally belonged to a Rider of Rohan, but his master was slain in a battle with Orcs near Fangorn Forest on the night of February 28, 3019. The next day, Eomer lent Arod to Legolas and another horse named Hasufel to Aragorn on the condition that they later bring the horses to Meduseld. Arod was a fiery and restive horse, but Legolas rode him easily without saddle or rein. Gimli was not so comfortable on Arod, and he clung to his friend uneasily. The Three Hunters rode the edge of Fangorn Forest seeking Merry Brandybuck and Pippin Took. During the night, a strange old man appeared at their campsite and then disappeared. Arod and Hasufel dragged their pickets and ran away. They heard Shadowfax, the lord of horses, and ran to greet him. The next day when Gandalf whistled to call Shadowfax, Arod and Hasufel returned as well. Legolas rode Arod to Meduseld and on to Helm's Deep. When Aragorn decided to take the Paths of the Dead, Legolas went with him, but Arod was reluctant to enter the Dark Door. Arod trembled in fear until Legolas laid his hands on the horse's eyes and sang to him. Arod then followed Legolas through the tunnels as the Dead gathered behind them. ( source: tuckborough.net )

This line of statues with horses look amazing. I can't think of an another company who can sculpt horses this good. Weta's artist really know what they are doing. The statue is sculpted by Eden Small of Weta Workshop. His previous works are amazing too. Some of them are; Gothmog on Warg, Zorro on Tornado, Superman Returning Sun, V-Rex vs Kong and Narnia Bookends. You can reach Eden'S portfolio from the following link. Eden Small Portfolio.

Now let's get back to Legolas and Gimli on Harod Statue. It's really amazing to see two main characters sculpt as one piece. Now after the first Legolas statue,we can easily say that the likeness of on Legolas's face is very high. We can make the same comment on Gimli. The paint job is amazing. Especially those splashed muds on figures clothes and body,add more realism to the work of art. The base is again designed with the map of Middle-Earth but this time there are yellow grasses underneath the statue, just like in the movie. As a result this statue is a must buy one, if you are Lord of the Rings Fan.

The price range for this statue is between $ 250 -$ 350. The box is huge. Therefore don't expect it to arrive to your if you are living in Turkey. Still in my opinion it worths to own a statue like this one.

Manufacturer: Sideshow Weta
Sculptor: Eden Small
Price: was $ 350 when release, around $ 300 on ebay + shipping and taxes
Limited to : 5000
Product Size: approx. 15" H (381mm) x 10" W (245mm) x 19" L (483mm)*
Product Weight: 20.00 lbs (8.64 Kg)
Grade: 9/10

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