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Henry Moore — Bone Forms (H.M.F. 82(119), G. 82.115)
Henry Moore

Bone Forms (H.M.F. 82(119), G. 82.115)

"Bone Forms (H.M.F. 82(119), G. 82.115)" exemplifies Henry Moore's characteristic abstraction of organic forms, employing a mixed media approach combining ballpoint pen, wax crayon, charcoal, chinagraph, and watercolor wash to create dynamic sculptural volumes on paper. The work reflects Moore's lifelong fascination with biomorphic shapes inspired by natural objects, particularly bones and stones, which he translated into compositions suggesting three dimensional space and tactile weight. This unique drawing demonstrates Moore's sophisticated technique of layering various drawing media to achieve tonal complexity and atmospheric depth while maintaining the formal tensions between void and solid that define his artistic practice.

Medium
Unique ballpoint pen, wax crayon, charcoal, chinagraph, and watercolor wash drawing, on wove paper.

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MODERNISM 1880-1960: Editions & Works on Paper

April 16, 2025

Lot 84

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Henry Moore, Bone Forms (H.M.F. 82(119), G. 82.115)

"Bone Forms (H.M.F. 82(119), G. 82.115)" exemplifies Henry Moore's characteristic abstraction of organic forms, employing a mixed media approach combining ballpoint pen, wax crayon, charcoal, chinagraph, and watercolor wash to create dynamic sculptural volumes on paper. The work reflects Moore's lifelong fascination with biomorphic shapes inspired by natural objects, particularly bones and stones, which he translated into compositions suggesting three dimensional space and tactile weight. This unique drawing demonstrates Moore's sophisticated technique of layering various drawing media to achieve tonal complexity and atmospheric depth while maintaining the formal tensions between void and solid that define his artistic practice.

Medium
Unique ballpoint pen, wax crayon, charcoal, chinagraph, and watercolor wash drawing, on wove paper.
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Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

20th Century, Organic Abstraction, Contemplative, Bronze Sculpture, British Artist, Nature Inspired, Modernism, Abstract Form, Three-Dimensional, Biomorphic

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