
Helmet Head No. 4: Interior-Exterior
1963
A monumental bronze sculpture by Henry Moore, *Helmet Head No. 4: Interior-Exterior* explores the dynamic relationship between inner and outer forms, with a protective shell-like exterior encasing a distinct interior figure. The rich green patina enhances the organic, weathered quality of the bronze, while the copper accents add warmth and visual contrast to the work's complex surfaces. True to Moore's enduring fascination with the human figure, the piece evokes themes of containment, vulnerability, and the tension between concealment and exposure.
- Medium
- bronze with green patina and copper, on painted wood base
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale
March 9, 2018
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