“I felt the most intense pleasure in piercing the stone in order to make an abstract form and space; quite a different sensation from that of doing it for the purpose of realism.”
Quote by Barbara Hepworth
Work
Carvings and Drawings
This book showcases a variety of carvings and drawings, exploring the techniques and styles used in their creation. more
Author
Barbara Hepworth
Barbara Hepworth was an influential British sculptor known for her unique abstract sculptural style. Born on January 10, 1903, and passing away on May 20, 1975, Hepworth's works are renowned for their simple lines and elegant forms, which have had a profound impact on 20th-century sculpture. more
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“I am the form and I am the hollow, the thrust and the contour”
Source: A Pictorial Autobiography
“But I don't think that sculpture belongs in everyday life like a table does, or like a chair.”
“Early One Morning takes time and, I mean, all things like that I felt were very important.”
“So, in other words, how you respond to a sculpture, how a viewer sees the sculpture, is vital.”
“My whole theory about art is the disparity that exists between form, masses and movement.”
“About my method of work: first it’s the state of mind—Elation (joy).”