Metal Bird - Tui

There’s nothing quite like spotting a Tūī perched on a flax flower… sun catching its iridescent feathers, throat puffed with song, ready to let loose a symphony of clicks, cackles, and melodic chaos. This silhouette captures that wild charisma in Corten steel, giving you a way to bring the spirit of New Zealand’s favorite show-off to your garden or deck.

Tūī are more than just beautiful. With their dual voice boxes and head-bopping antics, they’re the punk rockers of the native bird world. In Maori culture, they’ve long been considered messengers and bringers of vitality. Whether you’re giving this as a housewarming gift, marking a moment of personal growth, or simply upgrading your backyard with iconic NZ flair, this sculpture hits the mark.

Crafted from 3mm Corten steel in a family-run New Zealand factory, it’s built to weather anything the seasons throw at it... forming a rich, protective patina over time. Installing it is as easy as holding it on a downward angle and tapping the stake into a post or tree with a hammer.

This Tūī isn’t just garden decor... it’s your invitation to join the Metalbird Global Art Project: a worldwide celebration of memory, place, and connection.

Our Tūī is:

✓   Bold silhouette, big presence – 25 cm H × 31 cm W, approx. 300 g

✓   Easy to gift – packaged in a slim A4 box (31 × 21 × 1 cm)

✓   Speedy shipping – same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 2 pm

✓   Made in New Zealand – produced in a small NZ family-owned workshop

✓   Tap it & done – easy hammer-in install at a downward angle

✓   Ages beautifully – crafted from 3 mm Corten steel with weathering patina