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Why did Henry Moore draw sheep?
Henry Moore drew sheep for a few reasons. The British artist thought sheep were peaceful and found watching them graze to be relaxing. He also liked how they stood out against the landscape due to their coloring, likening it to the way a statue draws the eye away from the rest of its surroundings. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Henry Moore art.
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Three Standing Figures
By Henry Moore
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork, titled "Three Standing Figures," 1976, in an original color lithograph on Arches paper by British artist Henry Moore, 1898-1986. It is hand signed with initials in pencil. It was published by Association de Bibliophiles Art et Poesie, and printed by Curwen Studio, London. From the suite, La Poesie, Les Poetes. From the edition of 110. Catalogue raisonne by Cramer, plate #323. In excellent condition. It is beautifully framed in a custom wooden gold frame with gold color bevel and fabric matting. Henry Spencer Moore...
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1970s Abstract Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Henry Moore Two Standing Women 1983 Cast Bronze Sculpture Signed Edition of 9
By Henry Moore
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Artist: Henry Moore Title: Two Standing Women Medium: Cast Bronze Sculpture Edition: 1/9 Size: 6.5" x 4" x 2.75" Year: 1983 Inscription: Incised signature and edition number 1/9 on b...
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Late 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Madonna and Child by Henry Moore
By Henry Moore
Located in New Orleans, LA
Henry Moore 1898-1986 British Madonna and Child Signed "Moore" (on reverse) Bronze Henry Moore was the preeminent British sculptor of the modern era, whose works blended abstract...
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20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Sculptures: Dark Interior
By Henry Moore
Located in London, GB
Lithograph on paper. Hand-signed and numbered by the artist.
 Paper size: 43 x 52 cm Framed 48.3 x 57.4 cm Edition of 75 Henry Moore’s prints are a vital aspect of his artistic lega...
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1970s Modern Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Henry Moore "Four Standing Figures" Signed Color Lithograph, 1978, Ed. 50
By Henry Moore
Located in Miami, FL
HENRY MOORE (1898–1986) – "FOUR STANDING FIGURES" Color Lithograph on Wove Paper ⚜ Hand Signed and Numbered ⚜ Custom Conservation Frame A SCULPTOR’S MEDITATION ON THE STANDING FIGU...
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1970s Modern Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Violet Torso on Orange Stripes
By Henry Moore
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Henry Moore (British, 1898-1986) Signed: Moore (in pencil, lower, left) & Moore 67 (in reverse in stone, lower, right) " Violet Torso on Orange Stripes ", 1967 Lithograph in four...
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

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