Draped Reclining Mother and Baby, 1983

Inspiration in the Form of Sculptures

When you think of outdoor art, what sort of items come to mind? You might imagine a beautifully designed landscape, a detailed, over-sized fountain, or even a simple field of flowers. For Henry Moore, his sights were set on creating naturally-themed art with outdoor sculptures.

Draped Reclining Mother and Baby, 1983
Draped Reclining Mother and Baby, 1983
Large Totem Head, 1968
Large Totem Head, 1968

 Seen as one of the 20th century’s most respectable sculptors, Moore designed pieces that were both primitive in nature and modern for his time. His priority was to create art that could be enjoyed in an outdoor setting that would bring out the sculpture’s earth-like characteristics. He once said, “Sculpture is an art of the open air.”

Locking Piece, 1964
Locking Piece, 1964
Seated Woman, 1959
Seated Woman, 1959
Henry Moore
Henry Moore

His passion for this sculpture art led him to win numerous awards and for his work to be featured in dozens of galleries. His work is a tribute to the notion that our outdoor spaces are the perfect place to display our passion for creativity! For inspiration, simply visit our shop at Marvin Gardens.

Source The Artist Who Loved Nature 

Images via Henry Moore Foundation on Veranda