Henry Moore: My Ideas Inspiration And Life As An Artist

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"...suddenly the most commonplace objects came to have for me such significance that they no longer existed as just objects but as shape and form in space."--Henry Moore. One of the worlds greatest sculptors and a renowned photographer--close friends for thirty years--combine forces to provide insight into what makes a great creative artist. Part personal history and part stunning presentation of Moores work and inspirations striking photographs show his major sculptures and collected art as well as the landscape and natural forms that indelibly influenced him. Compare Moores own sculpted masks with the African and Mexican tribal pieces he so admires or his figures--filled with energy--with Hedgecoes nude studies. Close-ups focus in on small fine details. Plus: a treasured glimpse of Moore in his workshop. 208 pages (16 in color) 230 b/w illus. 8 1/8 x 11 3/8.