Barbara Hepworth

United Kingdom, 1903–1975

Barbara Hepworth was an English sculptor known for her work in Modernism and modern sculpture. She was a prominent figure among the artists residing in St Ives during World War II, along with artists like Ben Nicholson and Naum Gabo. Hepworth's work contributed significantly to the modern art movement in Britain.

Artwork associated with Barbara Hepworth Image: Hidden Gallery, Bristol
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'Barbara Hepworth and Greece' Set for November 2026 Opening Image: Barbara Hepworth, Pelagos, 1961, Pencil and oil on gesso-prepared board. Irene Y. Panagopoulos Collection © Bowness, Image: 2011 Christie’s Images Limited
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'Barbara Hepworth and Greece' Set for November 2026 Opening

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Peggy Guggenheim Collection Show on Guggenheim Jeune Travels to London’s Royal Academy Image: Vasily Kandinsky (1866-1944), Dominant Curve (Courbe dominante), April 1936. Oil on canvas, 129.2 x 194.3 cm. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, Solomon R. Guggenheim Founding Collection
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