Henry Moore - Large Two Forms, (1966–1969)
"Sculpture is an art of the open air. Daylight, sunlight, is necessary to it, and for me its best setting and complement is nature." - Henry Moore.
To Kew, (mercifully before the heatwave struck), to to do the Henry Moore: Monumental Nature trail around the gardens. the blurb on the leaflet reads -
" Across the Gardens, 30 monumental sculptures are placed among trees, vistas and living plant collections. Spanning Moore's career, they reveal the breadth of his practice and show how sculpture can both respond to, and reshape, the landscape around it. While many works may appear abstract at first glance, Moore drew constant inspiration from the natural world. His forms echo sweeping landscapes, weathered rocks, driftwood, bones, shells and stones. He was fascinated by what lies beneath the surface, returning again and again to the relationship between inner and outer forms. Rather than imitate nature directly, Moore developed a distinctive visual language that reflects the interconnectedness of all living things - from plants and trees to bodies, landscapes and geological forms. This is seen in recurring motifs such as the Mother and Child, where protective, enclosing forms suggest shelter and care, and the Reclining Figure, where open, expansive bodies reveal internal spaces and structures." It was a wonderful day out, and I hope to return again to see the sculptures in different seasons and light conditions. Enjoy the pictures.
until 31st January 2027
Kew Gardens
Kew
Richmond
London
TW9 3AE
