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Henry Moore Artwork Catalogue

Seated and Sleeping Figures

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photo: British Museum
Seated and Sleeping Figures
photo: British Museum
photo: British Museum

Seated and Sleeping Figures

Sketchbook
  • Page 8 from First Shelter Sketchbook
Date1940-41
Artwork TypeDrawing
Catalogue NumberHMF 1566
Date Order NumberAG 40-41.8
Mediapencil, wax crayon, coloured crayon, watercolour wash, pen and ink
Papercream lightweight wove
Dimensionspaper: 182 x 160 mm
OwnershipThe British Museum, London, bequeathed by Lady Clark
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First Shelter Sketchbook p.8. The two sketches of the child at lower right are of the artist's niece, whilst the sleeping woman bears a strong resemblance to his mother.

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