Rendered with the measured hand of the anatomist and the restraint of the archivist, this arcane catalogue presents a comparative study of cranial forms drawn from the varied creatures of Middle-earth; an austere record of form and function, rescued from the shelves of some long-abandoned archive.
Skulls of Middle-earth is a meticulously composed poster by concept artist Daniel Falconer, created from the original designs of Jamie Beswarick. Drawing together pieces from our Miniature Skull Collection range, this art print presents them as a unified anatomical study, rendered in a restrained, museum-inspired style.
This is also a testament the extraordinary depth of design that underpinned the realization of Middle-earth on screen. Many of its inhabitants, creatures in particular, were not merely conceived at a surface level. They were engineered from the inside out, designed down to their very musculature and skeletal structure. These are the logical anatomical foundations of living, breathing beings.
For collectors and enthusiasts alike, Skulls of Middle-earth offers both an arresting visual centrepiece and a rare insight into the rigorous world-building process that shaped one of fantasy’s most enduring realms.
FEATURES:
- Created by Daniel Falconer, based on original designs by Jamie Beswarick;
- Offers a unique scholarly perspective on the many creatures of Middle-earth;
- Large A2 size (59cm x 41.7cm);
- Perfect for singular display or as part of a larger collection.
There are people of extraordinary talent operating in today's world that have similar skills as the great masters of yesteryear. It just happens to be that the canvas that they paint on is the darkened screen of the cinemas of the world.
Richard Taylor - CEO & Co-founder, Wētā Workshop
ABOUT DANIEL FALCONER
Senior Concept Artist at Wētā Workshop, Daniel Falconer joined the award-winning facility in 1996. The Workshop’s resident Tolkien expert, Daniel was instrumental in designing many of the iconic costumes, weapons, props, and characters seen in The Lord of the Rings. His film credits also include The Hobbit motion picture trilogy, King Kong, and The Chronicles of Narnia.
In addition to his work for the screen, Daniel served as art director for many of Wētā Workshop’s collectibles and has written several books for the Workshop, including The Hobbit Chronicles and Middle-earth: From Script to Screen.
