Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
British, 1898-1986
Henry Spencer Moore OM CH FBA was an English artist. He is best known for his semi-abstract monumental bronze sculptures, which are located around the world as public works of art. As well as sculpture, Moore produced many drawings, including a series depicting Londoners sheltering from the Blitz during the Second World War, along with other prints and graphic works on paper.
His forms are usually abstractions of the human figure, typically depicting mother-and-child or reclining figures. Moore's works are usually suggestive of the female body, apart from a phase in the 1950s when he sculpted family groups. His forms are generally pierced or contain hollow spaces. Many interpreters liken the undulating form of his reclining figures to the landscape and hills of his Yorkshire birthplace.
Moore became well known through his carved marble and larger-scale abstract cast bronze sculptures, and was instrumental in introducing a particular form of modernism to the United Kingdom. His ability in later life to fulfil large-scale commissions made him exceptionally wealthy. Despite this, he lived frugally; most of the money he earned went toward endowing the Henry Moore Foundation, which continues to support education and promotion of the arts.
Find original Henry Moore art on 1stDibs.
to
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
1
Height
to
Width
to
2
2
2
133
157
154
139
112
Creator: Henry Moore
Henry Moore "Reclining Figure: Stiff Leg" Bronze
By Henry Moore
Located in Astoria, NY
Henry Moore (British, 1898-1986) "Reclining Figure: Stiff Leg" Patinated Bronze Sculpture, 1977, signed "Moore" and numbered edition "3/9". 5.5" H x 10.5" W x 7.25" D.
Provenance: P...
Category
1970s British Vintage Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Postmodern Dancing Couple Ironwood Solid Wood Carved Sculpture
By Henry Moore
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A postmodern solid wood carved sculpture depicting a dancing couple. The curved abstract stylization is reminiscent to the sculptures created by modern sculptor Henry Moore. The simp...
Category
20th Century English Post-Modern Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Related Items
Parrot Couple Sculpture in Solid Porcelain Hand-Painted Finish and Solid Bronze
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture parrot couple made in solid porcelain,
hand-painted finish, on solid bronze and
porcelain base.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 12.6 in W 13.78 in D 6.89 in
Solid Wood Hand Carved Italian Fish Sculpture
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in San Diego, CA
solid hand carved fish sculpture circa 1950's made in Italy excellent condition great and unique piece reatins label.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage Sculpture of an American Eagle Carved in Seri Ironwood
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Sculpture of an American Eagle Carved in Seri Ironwood.
Vintage hand carved Ironwood Southwestern seri sculpture of an Eagle.
Dimensions: 5.5" x 3.5". circa 1970.
Ironwood hand carved eagle or falcon...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Bronze Incense Burner by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Bronze Incense Burner by Henry Wilson
Dimensions: D 6 x H 5 cm
Materials: Bronze
The Incense Burner was initially designed for Perfumer H. The p...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Mythological Figure Bronze
Located in Madrid, ES
A circular base slightly elevates the bronze figure. The man, already of a certain age (as can be deduced from his bushy beard), is standing, dressed in a cloth around his waist, wea...
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Brutalist Cast Bronze Sculpture of a Stylized Female Figure after Henry Moore
By Henry Moore
Located in New York, NY
Period 1970's Brutalist sculpture depicting a stylized female figure executed in cast brass, mounted on a stepped walnut plinth base. Well crafted work, in excellent original condit...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 15 in W 5 in D 4.5 in
1960s Sculpture of an American Eagle Hand Carved in Seri Ironwood
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Carved Wood American Eagle Sculpture 1960s.
Vintage Sculpture of an American Eagle Carved in Seri Ironwood.
Handmade large carved wood eagle ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Hand Carved Solid Olive wood & Leather Real Size American Football Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare and unique hand carved real size football circa 1970's solid olive wood with leather straps nice and heavy a unique piece has a hole on the bottom to place a peg to keep ...
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Leather, Wood
Carved Wood Ram Sculpture
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1831 Hand carved Grand Mouflan De Ram fram a solid piece of hardwood
Category
1940s Vintage Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Henry Moore Austin Productions
By Austin Productions, Henry Moore
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Austin productions Henry Moore Style Statue. Signed and dated 1964 to back. In overall very good condition with a little paint loss as seen in photos.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Reclining figure sculpture
By RinDesign
Located in London, GB
A beautiful sculpture of a reclining figure of an abstract female nude. The substantial piece is 70cm long, hand crafted, molded and cast in a mix of resin and bronze powder, which...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Modern Figurative Sculpture Embracing Couple
By Austin Productions, Henry Moore
Located in Miami, FL
An eye-catching figurative sculpture of a kissing couple in the style of Henry Moore.
This piece is made from hand-cast and hand-finished Durastone, which is a special formulation ...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Henry Moore figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Henry Moore figurative sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider figurative sculptures by John Miller, Staffordshire, and Elkington & Co..
Questions About Henry Moore Figurative Sculptures
- Why did Henry Moore draw hands?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Henry Moore drew hands to symbolize the passage of time. His series of drawings depicting his own hands in old age and other elderly people's hands were meant to represent the effects of work and living on the human body. Much of Moore's work reflected on the human form, including his large bronze sculptures. Explore a diverse assortment of Henry Moore art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Henry Moore’s sculptures often represented the connection between the human body and landscapes. The underlying meaning is that humanity is shared with the natural world, and many of his large-scale sculptures were created to compliment the outdoor landscape where they were placed. You’ll find a selection of Henry Moore sculptures and sketches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Henry Moore's style of art was modern. He is best known for his monumental bronze sculptures, which are installed around the world, often as public art. He used abstract forms of the human body, typically depicting mother-and-child or reclining figures. His more abstract forms are generally pierced or contain hollow spaces. Many critics have likened the undulating shapes of his reclining figures to the landscape and hills of his Yorkshire birthplace. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Henry Moore art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Opinions vary as to what Henry Moore's most famous piece is. Since the British artist's semi-abstract monumental bronze sculptures are often public works of art, many have become well known. Among them are Reclining Figure: Festival (1951), Harlow Family Group (1954-5), Helmet Head No. 4: Interior/Exterior (1963), The Arch (1963-69) and Mother and Child (1983). On 1stDibs, find a variety of Henry Moore art.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Henry Moore frequently used the wax resist process in his drawings, which involved sketching the forms in wax crayon and coating the drawing with a wash of gray watercolor. He then went in with black ink, gray and black crayons and white watercolor. Find a selection of Henry Moore artwork from top art dealers around the world on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024Henry Moore created sculptures for a few reasons. Born in Castleford, Yorkshire, in 1898, he had an early interest in being a sculptor, and in 1921, he was awarded a scholarship to study at the Royal Academy of Art in London. As he would explain, this is where he was particularly inspired to pursue his sculpting practice: “Even when I was a student I was totally preoccupied by sculpture in its full spatial richness, and if I spent a lot of time at the British Museum in those days, it was because so much of the primitive sculpture there was distinguished by complete cylindrical realization.” He also had an interest in exploring how the human body connected to landscapes. He often produced works with specific locations in mind, considering how his figures would relate to the space around them. His forms are usually abstractions of the human body, typically depicting mother-and-child or reclining figures, and are often pierced or contain hollow spaces. Many interpreters liken the undulating form of his reclining figures to the landscape and hills of his Yorkshire birthplace. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Henry Moore art.
- Why did Henry Moore draw sheep?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Henry 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024How much a Henry Moore statue is worth depends on its history, condition and other factors. In 2022, his Reclining Figure: Festival, created for the 1951 Festival of Britain, set an auction record for the artist when it sold for $31 million. The piece is a good example of the artist's forms, which are usually abstractions of the human figure, typically depicting a mother and child or reclining figure. Moore's works are often suggestive of the female body, apart from a period in the 1950s when he sculpted family groups. If you own a Henry Moore statue, a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can help you determine its estimated value. Shop an assortment of Henry Moore art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Henry Moore moved to London to study art and often visited the British Museum where he was inspired by ancient sculptures from Egypt, Africa and Mexico. His sculptures have a semi-abstract nature, but he often dabbled in other styles of art. Moore even created his own form of modernism with an eye toward the abstract. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Henry 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, Barbara Hepworth knew Henry Moore. They met while she was attending the Leeds School of Art in the 1920s. Moore and Hepworth maintained a friendly rivalry throughout their careers. Along with Paul Nash and Ben Nicholson, the two founded the Unit One art movement in 1933. The movement's purpose was to promote avant-garde art in the UK. Explore a wide variety of Barbara Hepworth art.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024Yes, Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth were friends. The two met at the Leeds School of Art in the UK and maintained a friendly rivalry throughout their careers. Both Hepworth and Moore were members of Unit One, a group of British artists who sought to educate the public about avant-garde art during the 1930s. Shop a selection of Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Henry Moore was a prolific artist and it’s difficult to pinpoint exactly how many pieces of art he created. The Henry Moore Foundation lists that their online catalogue of his works currently features more than 11,000 sculptures, drawings, tapestries, textiles and graphics. That’s a significant number indeed and does not represent all of his contributions to the art world. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.