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Henry Moore — Bird
Henry Moore

Bird

1959

A powerful yet delicate bronze sculpture by Henry Moore, "Bird" captures the artist's characteristic ability to distill organic form into its essential essence. The smooth, abstracted mass suggests avian life through subtle curves and hollows rather than literal representation, inviting the viewer to find the creature within the simplified shape. The rich green patina enhances the work's natural quality, while the travertine base grounds the piece with an earthy, timeless presence.

Medium
bronze with green patina, on travertine base

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale

March 9, 2018

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Henry Moore, Bird, 1959

A powerful yet delicate bronze sculpture by Henry Moore, "Bird" captures the artist's characteristic ability to distill organic form into its essential essence. The smooth, abstracted mass suggests avian life through subtle curves and hollows rather than literal representation, inviting the viewer to find the creature within the simplified shape. The rich green patina enhances the work's natural quality, while the travertine base grounds the piece with an earthy, timeless presence.

Medium
bronze with green patina, on travertine base
Year
1959
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

20th Century, Green Patina, Serene Mood, Contemplative Mood, Male Artist, British Artist, Earthy Tones, Modernism, Renowned Sculptor, Abstract Sculpture, Avian Subject, Neutral Tones, Bronze Medium, Organic Form

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