Sméagol and Déagol (A Shadow of the Past) by Weta Workshop - The Lord of the Rings 1/6 scale diorama

Smeagol and Deagol diorama by Weta Workshop from The Lord of the Rings

This diorama represents Smeagol and Deagol during their fishing trip, before Smeagol is changed by the influence of the Ring. The scene places both characters aboard a small raft, with Deagol handling the fishing line while a large fish pulls below the water. The submerged composition reveals The One Ring resting in the silt, presenting the moment immediately before the discovery that changes their story.

The sculpture uses a dual-layer arrangement to show the action above and below the river surface. Smeagol is depicted in his earlier appearance, before his transformation into Gollum, with a likeness based on Andy Serkis in this pre-corruption form.

Technical information about the Smeagol and Deagol diorama

The 1/6 scale diorama measures 35 cm wide, 34 cm high and 25 cm deep, with a weight of 7 kg. Its construction combines polystone as the primary material with polyurethane and metal elements. A transparent resin plane forms the water surface and separates the raft scene from the underwater area containing the fish and The One Ring.

The piece is physically sculpted by Brigitte Wuest, with additional digital sculpting by Bawal Saggi, Kathryn Parr and Jason Zhang. Each diorama is hand painted, so minor paint variations may occur between individual pieces.