The Empty Beds — The Nazgûl Strike at Bree
FA126 #93 2cels
Original Production Cel Setup
Featuring Nazgul/Ringwraiths
From The Lord of the Rings
Hand-painted cel (ink & paint on acetate) over laser bg of the painted background
Approx. 12-field animation formatSequence: FA
Scene: 126
Cel: #93 2 cel set up
Size: 11" x 13"
- Original Hand Drawn, Hand Painted Animation Production Cel on acetate used in the 1978 Ralph Bakshi Lord of the Rings.
- This Original Animation Production Cel is an actual frame in the feature film and is an historical piece of art. By acquiring this art you agree to be the caretaker of a significant piece of animation history for future generations to experience.
- This exact cel is THE ONLY ONE IN EXISTENCE IN THE WORLD. It is NOT a reproduction.
- Paired with a laser Background from the film.
- Ralph Bakshi Signs for proof of authenticity from Bakshi Private Archives.
- COA on Request
The Empty Beds — The Nazgûl Strike at Bree
Original Production Cel Setup
Featuring the Ringwraiths (Nazgûl)
From The Lord of the RingsIn this haunting sequence, the Nazgûl descend upon the hobbits' room at the inn in Bree - The Prancing Pony - believing Frodo and his companions lie asleep within. Swords drawn, the Ringwraiths slash and stab the beds with murderous certainty—only to discover they have been deceived.
The scene is one of the film's most effective displays of suspense. The hobbits have narrowly escaped, while the audience witnesses just how relentless and deadly the servants of Sauron have become. The empty beds stand as silent evidence of a fortunate escape and a reminder that the hunt is closing in.
Bakshi heightens the terror through stark composition and dramatic color, reducing the Ringwraiths to dark, faceless forms moving through a crimson haze of danger and nightmare. The contrast between the violence of the attack and the absence of its intended victims creates a powerful visual moment—one defined by tension, mystery, and near disaster.
A memorable scene of pursuit and suspense, this image captures the moment when the Nazgûl realize their quarry has slipped away, and the chase across Middle-earth grows ever more desperate.
Collector Significance
- Classic Nazgûl / Ringwraith scene
- One of the most recognizable suspense sequences from the early journey
- Directly tied to the hobbits' escape from Bree
- Strong graphic imagery with striking red atmospheric effects
- Represents a pivotal moment where Frodo narrowly avoids capture by the servants of Sauron
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