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Why did Henry Moore use holes in his sculptures?

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Why did Henry Moore use holes in his sculptures?
Henry Moore used holes in his sculptures to create the illusion that his work was growing from an empty center. His sculptures Oval with Points and Double Oval are two examples of the technique. You'll find a selection of Henry Moore art on 1stDibs.
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Triumph
By John Henry
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
15 feet X 8 feet X 5 feet Machined aluminum John Raymond Henry (born 1943) is an internationally renowned sculptor. Since 1971, Henry has produced m...
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Biscayne
By John Henry
Located in New Orleans, LA
welded aluminum painted black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Constructivist Abstract Sculptures

Sidewinder
By John Henry
Located in Glen Ellen, CA
John Henry's unique abstract sculpture "Sidewinder" is in machined aluminum painted Ice Blue. The soft blue color has a slight metallic shimmer, which catches the light beautifully o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Aluminum

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