Drawing for Metal Sculpture

Drawing for Metal Sculpture

Henry Moore

1933

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This sketch shows quick, loose figures in different poses—some standing, some sitting, some lying down. The lines are rough and uneven, with some areas filled in lightly with shading. A few figures look stretched or twisted, while others seem more natural but still simplified. One detail stands out: the way the artist uses overlapping lines to build up shapes, especially in the bigger figures. This isn’t a polished finish—it looks like a study, maybe for a bigger project. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching next.

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