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Henry Moore, as sketched by Stephen Ward, 1961
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Henry Moore, as sketched by Stephen Ward, 1961
Henry Moore(1898-1986), English sculptor and artist, as drawn from life by Stephen Ward, at a sitting specially granted to the Illustrated London News in 1961. Ward sketched several high profile figures for the Illustrated London News in 1961, but two years later he would become notorious through his involvement in the Profumo Affair. Date: 1961
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In this evocative black-and-white sketch, Stephen Ward captures the enigmatic presence of Henry Moore, the renowned English sculptor, during a sitting granted exclusively to the Illustrated London News in 1961. The 63-year-old Moore, known for his large-scale abstract sculptures that explored the human form, sits with a thoughtful expression, his hands resting on his knees. His eyes are focused, revealing a deep concentration that seems to embody the creative process. This portrait, drawn from life, offers a rare glimpse into the intimate moment between artist and artist, as Ward skillfully captures the essence of Moore's character through his masterful use of charcoal and graphite. The loose, expressive lines and rich tonal range convey the energy and vitality that defined Moore's work, while the subtle shading adds depth and texture to the portrait. At the time of this sitting, Moore was at the height of his career, having recently completed several high-profile commissions, including a large-scale sculpture for the UNESCO headquarters in Paris. Ward, a talented artist in his own right, was a regular contributor to the Illustrated London News, where he sketched numerous prominent figures of the day. However, just two years later, Ward would become notorious through his involvement in the Profumo Affair, a political scandal that would shake the British establishment to its core. This poignant sketch serves as a reminder of the fleeting nature of fame and the enduring power of art to capture the essence of a moment in time. The interplay of light and shadow, the subtle nuances of expression, and the raw energy of the charcoal lines all combine to create a portrait that transcends the boundaries of time and history.
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