Artwork

Ideas for Sculpture: Seated Figures

Ideas for Sculpture: Seated Figures, by Henry Moore, 1931
Ideas for Sculpture: Seated Figures, by Henry Moore, 1931

Ideas for Sculpture: Seated Figures is a drawing by Henry Moore. It dates from 1931 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

'Ideas for Sculpture: Seated Figures' is a 1931 drawing by Henry Moore, comprising seven studies for sculptures.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features multiple seated figures in various poses, some with drapery or stools, exploring different forms and postures.

Technique & Style

Moore's sketches are characterized by rough, uneven lines and simplified, blocky shapes, conveying a sense of spontaneity and experimentation.

Context

This work reflects Moore's early explorations in sculpture, capturing the artist's initial ideas and investigations into form and figure.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Henry Moore

Artist

Henry Moore

Henry Spencer Moore (30 July 1898 – 31 August 1986) was an English visual artist.