Henry Moore

One of the truly seminal British artists of the twentieth century, Henry Moore created over 10,000 recorded artworks during his lifetime. These included sculptures, tapestries, and drawings, but he is most known for his monumental bronzes that have been installed in parks and public spaces all over the world. Large scale, abstract figures live in places like the Lincoln Center for Performing Arts in New York, the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. 

Born in 1898 in Castleford, Yorkshire, Moore was keen on sculpting from a young age. He studied first at Leeds School of Art, and then at the Royal College of Art in London. Living through both world wars significantly influenced his work in both drawing and sculpture. Human subjects were often huddled or holding together like they had been in shelters during bombing. Post-war, his work shifted towards more organic forms inspired by nature. Large-scale commissions and major exhibitions, as well as the patronage of the British Council, brought further attention to Moore. In 1977, he established his eponymous foundation, which to this day champions young sculptors and opportunities in the arts.