Barbara Hepworth (1903 - 1975)
1903-01-10Wakefield, United Kingdom1975-05-20Saint Ives, United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Barbara Hepworth
Barbara Hepworth was an English artist and sculptor. Her work exemplifies Modernism and in particular modern sculpture. Along with artists such as Ben Nicholson and Naum Gabo, Hepworth was a leading figure in the colony of artists who resided in St Ives during the Second World War.
Date and place of birt: | 10 january 1903, Wakefield, United Kingdom |
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Date and place of death: | 20 may 1975, Saint Ives, United Kingdom |
Nationality: | United Kingdom |
Period of activity: | XX century |
Specialization: | Artist, Sculptor |
Art style: | Abstract art, Geometry of Fear, Contemporary art |