Ten essential Barbara Hepworth works to see in the UK

Ten Essential Barbara Hepworth Works to See in the UK

Barbara Hepworth was one of the most important artists of the 20th century, who helped shape what we think of as Modern sculpture today.

Born in Wakefield, Yorkshire in 1903 and working until her death in 1975 in St Ives, Cornwall, Barbara Hepworth lived through a time of astonishing technological and social change.

She believed passionately in the role of art in society, both in terms of public sculpture, and the power of art to reflect and influence our relationships with each other, and with the world in which we live.

Here we round up 10 works by the famed sculptor, on show at a range of museums and galleries around the UK.

Author's summary: Discover Barbara Hepworth's iconic works in the UK.

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