A monumental vision
Subtitle: the sculpture of Henry Moore
By: by John Hedgecoe.
Contributors: Moore, Henry, 1898-
Publisher: Stewart, Tabori & Chang
Published: 1998
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 256
Subjects: Moore, Henry, 1898- -- Catalogs.; Moore, Henry, 1898- -- Appreciation.
Description: Using the photographer's personal reminiscences, quotes from Moore, and a masterful photographic essay, the first section of the book highlights some of the sources of Moore's particular vision - the landscape, the body, primitive art, architectural ruins, and much more. Here Hedgecoe evokes the roots of the artist's genius and, most particularly, his clear and unerring sense of the monumental. Included are photos of works in progress as well as portraits of Moore working intensely in his studio.

The second part displays many of Moore's major works from throughout his career that are now regarded as classics. Interspersed among the photographs are pages from Moore's personal sketchbooks, revealing an intimate sense of the artist and his way of thinking.

Then, for the first time ever in one volume, Hedgecoe presents a compendium of over 750 photographs of sculptural forms. Each photograph is accompanied by dates and dimensions. Organized chronologically, this section is an invaluable resource for students and teachers of art history and modern sculpture, and for the many admirers of Moore's creations.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 252) and index.