Henry Moore Sculptures to Feature at Wakehurst Botanic Garden
A wild botanic garden located in West Sussex is set to showcase a collection of sculptures by Henry Moore, recognized as one of Britain's most influential artists.
Wakehurst announced that four of Moore's pieces will be exhibited alongside newly commissioned works by contemporary artists affiliated with the Henry Moore Institute.
A spokesperson for the botanic garden explained that the displays are intended to "continue the conversation of art and nature."
Eva Owen, programme manager at Wakehurst, expressed enthusiasm about hosting the sculptures, stating they "evoke the themes of care, protection and conservation."
"This in turn reflects the vital work which we do at Wakehurst, including managing and researching an array of landscapes and natural habitats, as well as our Millennium Seed Bank," she said.
In addition to Wakehurst, Kew Gardens is also presenting a display of Henry Moore's sculptures, which was unveiled on 9 May.
During his lifetime, Moore created more than 1,100 sculptures. Among his renowned works are the Reclining Figure series, Knife Edge Two Piece, and Nuclear Energy.
Sebastiano Barassi, head of Henry Moore collections and programmes, highlighted the artist's profound connection with the natural world, noting that Wakehurst and Kew provide "ideal settings" for his work.
"Throughout his career, he was inspired by organic forms such as bones, stones, trees, and landscape," he said.
Barassi further explained that the sculptures displayed at both Kew and Wakehurst aim to offer a "fresh perspective" on Moore's legacy.
"It invites visitors to reflect on nature, humanity, and the environment at a time when those themes feel more urgent and relevant than ever," he added.
Wakehurst confirmed that the sculptures are scheduled to be unveiled on Friday and will remain on display until 27 September.
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