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      The 100 Most Famous Henry Moore Paintings to Choose From

      Updated oktober 2026 · ranked by our popularity score (searches, visits and orders for each work) · 492 works by Henry Moore in our catalogue

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      Number one among Henry Moore's paintings is Reclining Figure, whose original is at the Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit. In second and third place: Falling Warrior (1957) and Sculptural Objects (Cramer 47). Our catalogue holds 492 works by Henry Moore. The 100 listed here are the most famous, in rank order, with the year and museum of each original.

      1898 – 1986, Castleford Modernism Most works: Tate Britain
      Reclining Figure by Henry Moore1. Reclining Figure Falling Warrior (1957) by Henry Moore2. Falling Warrior 1957 Sculptural Objects (Cramer 47) by Henry Moore3. Sculptural Objects (Cramer 47)

      The top 10: Henry Moore's most famous paintings

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      Reclining Figure by Henry Moore

      Reclining Figure

      Wood · Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit

      Form and Materiality This elmwood carving presents an abstracted human form through sinuous lines and organic voids. The sculpture utilizes the wide grain of the wood to emphasize its undulating limbs and torso. Holes are integrated into the composition, allowing light and space to penetrate the solid mass. These openings create a relationship between the internal volume and the surrounding environment. Compositional Elements The figure features a looped head and…

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      Falling Warrior (1957) by Henry Moore

      Falling Warrior

      1957 · Bronze · National Museums Liverpool, Liverpool

      In the quiet halls of Tate Britain, there exists a moment of profound stillness captured in bronze—a masterpiece that breathes with the weight of history and the lightness of spirit. Henry Moore’s “Falling Warrior,” created between 1956 and 1957, is far more than a mere sculpture; it is a meditation on the very nature of existence. As one approaches this monumental work, the eye is immediately drawn to the fluid,…

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      Sculptural Objects (Cramer 47) by Henry Moore

      Sculptural Objects (Cramer 47)

      Painting

      In the vast landscape of twentieth-century modernism, few names resonate with as much tactile power and organic grace as Henry Moore. While the world often recognizes him through his monumental bronze figures that command public squares across the globe, his foray into the two-dimensional realm offers a uniquely intimate window into his creative psyche. Sculptural Objects (Cramer 47) stands as a breathtaking testament to this versatility, a painting that does…

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      Sheep 1 by Henry Moore

      Sheep 1

      Oil

      In the quiet, evocative lines of Sheep 1, we encounter a profound moment of connection between the viewer and the natural world. This striking black and white drawing by the legendary British master Henry Moore transcends simple animal portraiture to become an exploration of form, texture, and presence. The subject—a sheep with a thick, tactile wool coat—is rendered not merely as livestock, but as a sculptural entity. With its prominent…

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      A Miner at Work (1942) by Henry Moore

      A Miner at Work

      1942 · Sculpture · Imperial War Museums, London

      In the heavy, shadowed atmosphere of 1942, amidst the profound uncertainties of the Second World War, Henry Moore captured a moment of quiet, monumental strength in "A Miner at Work." This piece serves as much more than a mere depiction of industrial labor; it is a profound meditation on the human spirit under pressure. The artwork presents a solitary figure, a miner seated at the coal face, rendered through Moore’s…

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      Seveda! Žrtev je naslednja Slovenjska prevoda naslov umetnosti: Sedeta figura na kvadratnih korakih. by Henry Moore

      Seveda! Žrtev je naslednja Slovenjska prevoda naslov umetnosti: Sedeta figura na kvadratnih korakih.

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      Henry Spencer Moore, rojen v južni Angliji v rudarskem mestu Castleford leta 1898, je postal eden izjemno pomembnih in svetovno priznanih britanskih kiparjev stoletja XX. Njegova pot od skromnih začetkov do svetovne slave je dokaz vztrajnosti umetniške raziskave ter globoke povezanosti z človeško obliko in naravno svetom. Moorejev oče, samouko oseba z ljubeznijo za znanje, ga je vodil stran od življenja rudnika proti formalnemu šolovanju. Čeprav je že kot otrok…

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      Figure in a Shelter (1983) by Henry Moore

      Figure in a Shelter

      1983 · Sculpture Bronze · Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth

      Henry Moore (1898-1986), a titan of twentieth-century sculpture, remains an artist whose work continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. His unwavering fascination with the human form—particularly its reclining postures—coupled with his exploration of organic shapes derived from nature—like pebbles and seashells—established him as a pioneer of abstract expressionism while simultaneously grounding his art in palpable physicality.

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      The Artist's Hand V (1979) by Henry Moore

      The Artist's Hand V

      1979 · Lithograph · Tate Britain, London

      In the quiet intimacy of Henry Moore’s “The Artist's Hand V,” created in 1979, we are invited into a profound dialogue between the creator and his medium. This exquisite lithograph serves as more than a mere anatomical study; it is a soulful meditation on the very act of making. Through the outstretched gesture of Moore’s own hand, the artwork captures a moment of suspended animation, where the boundary between the…

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      Reležni figur. Točke by Henry Moore

      Reležni figur. Točke

      Bronza

      Raziskovanje Organskega Abstraktnega: Henry Mooreova “Reclining Figure. Points” Henry Mooreova escultura "Reclining Figure. Points" je temeljna iz britanske umetnosti druge svetovne vojne, ki izraža načela organskega abstrakta in zajame večnostno razmišljanje o človeški obliki proti pozabnemu poklicu narave. Izdelana nekje med letoma 1967 in 1968, ta bronasta mojstrovina kaže Mooreovo značilno pristop k umetnosti – zavestno odmik od reprezentativnega realizma v smer raziskovanja čistega oblika in gibanja. Njeno vztrajno lepoto…

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      Hands I (1973) by Henry Moore

      Hands I

      1973 · Lithograph · Tate Britain, London

      Henry Moore's 'Hands I,' created in 1973, is more than just a lithograph depicting two hands clasped together; it’s a profound meditation on connection, vulnerability, and the enduring human need for touch. Born in Castleford, Yorkshire, in 1898, Henry Spencer Moore rose to international prominence as a sculptor, yet his exploration of form extended into printmaking with remarkable sensitivity. This particular work, rendered in stark black and white, captures an…

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      Ranks 11 to 100: more Henry Moore paintings

      11Ležeča figura; Odprta poza by Henry MooreLežeča figura; Odprta poza 12Madonna and Child by Henry MooreMadonna and Child 13Seated Figure I Line Drawing by Henry MooreSeated Figure I Line Drawing 14Two Piece Sculpture No. 7; Pipe by Henry MooreTwo Piece Sculpture No. 7; Pipe 15Animal Turned Head by Henry MooreAnimal Turned Head 16Ženska sedeča pri pisalni stolek V; in ženska sedeča figura by Henry MooreŽenska sedeča pri pisalni stolek V; in ženska sedeča figura 17Elephant's Head by Henry MooreElephant's Head 18Catspaws off the Land (1885) by Henry MooreCatspaws off the Land1885 · Tate Britain 19Portrait of Isabel de Cistué y Nieto (Retrato de Dª Isabel de Cistué y Nieto) by Henry MoorePortrait of Isabel de Cistué y Nieto (Retrato de Dª Isabel de Cistué y Nieto)Zaragoza Museum 20Family Group by Henry MooreFamily GroupFinnish National Gallery 21Two Monumental Reclining Figures by Henry MooreTwo Monumental Reclining Figures 22Hand Relief No. 2 by Henry MooreHand Relief No. 2 23Two Reclining Figures In Yellow And Green by Henry MooreTwo Reclining Figures In Yellow And Green 24Setting Nets on the Coast of North Wales (1874) by Henry MooreSetting Nets on the Coast of North Wales1874 · National Maritime Museum 25Hove-to for a Pilot (1893) by Henry MooreHove-to for a Pilot1893 · National Maritime Museum 26Small Mother and Child by Henry MooreSmall Mother and Child 27Coalminers by Henry MooreCoalminers 28Reclining Figure 3 by Henry MooreReclining Figure 3 29Maquette for Standing Figure by Henry MooreMaquette for Standing Figure 30Four reclining figures 2 by Henry MooreFour reclining figures 2 31Standing Nudes by Henry MooreStanding Nudes 32Ideas for Sculpture 4 by Henry MooreIdeas for Sculpture 4 33Plate XIX, from Mother and Child by Henry MoorePlate XIX, from Mother and Child 34Mary doing Homework by Henry MooreMary doing Homework 35Girl seated at desk IX by Henry MooreGirl seated at desk IX 36Eight plaster heads by Henry MooreEight plaster heads 37Mother and Child by Henry MooreMother and Child 38Seated Figure by Henry MooreSeated Figure 39Woman Seated on Fireside Stool by Henry MooreWoman Seated on Fireside Stool 40Vultures by Henry MooreVultures 41Plate XVIII, from Mother and Child by Henry MoorePlate XVIII, from Mother and Child 42Falling Warrior by Henry MooreFalling Warrior 43Ideas for Sculpture; Three Reclining Figures by Henry MooreIdeas for Sculpture; Three Reclining Figures 44Plate XXVIII, from Mother and Child by Henry MoorePlate XXVIII, from Mother and Child 45Mother Playing With Child On Floor I by Henry MooreMother Playing With Child On Floor I 46Three motives by Henry MooreThree motives 47Warrior's Head by Henry MooreWarrior's Head 48Family Group 5 by Henry MooreFamily Group 5 49Two Bulb Forms by Henry MooreTwo Bulb Forms 50Girl Doing Homework by Henry MooreGirl Doing Homework 51Zebra by Henry MooreZebra 52Sculptures - Dark Interior by Henry MooreSculptures - Dark Interior 53Seated Figure 4 by Henry MooreSeated Figure 4 54Reclining Figure Piranesi Background III by Henry MooreReclining Figure Piranesi Background III 55Large Reclining Figure and Small Motifs by Henry MooreLarge Reclining Figure and Small Motifs 56Reclining Mother and Child IV by Henry MooreReclining Mother and Child IV 57Plate XI, from Mother and Child by Henry MoorePlate XI, from Mother and Child 58Figures in Street by Henry MooreFigures in Street 59Sleeping Figure by Henry MooreSleeping Figure 60Seated Figure; Thin Head by Henry MooreSeated Figure; Thin Head 61Mother and Child; Uncrossed Feet by Henry MooreMother and Child; Uncrossed Feet 62Head of Girl and reclining Figure by Henry MooreHead of Girl and reclining Figure 63Upright Motive. Maquette No. 3 by Henry MooreUpright Motive. Maquette No. 3 64Six Reclining Figures by Henry MooreSix Reclining Figures 65Maquette for Reclining Figure No. 2 by Henry MooreMaquette for Reclining Figure No. 2 66Maquette For Mother And Child; Hood by Henry MooreMaquette For Mother And Child; Hood 67Maquette for Mother and Child; Upright by Henry MooreMaquette for Mother and Child; Upright 68Two Piece Reclining Figure; Double Circle by Henry MooreTwo Piece Reclining Figure; Double Circle 69Rocking Chair No. 2 by Henry MooreRocking Chair No. 2 70West Wind by Henry MooreWest Wind 71Ideas for Sculpture in Settings by Henry MooreIdeas for Sculpture in Settings 72Seated Figures and Ideas for Sculpture 1 by Henry MooreSeated Figures and Ideas for Sculpture 1 73King and Queen by Henry MooreKing and Queen 74Sheep in Landscape by Henry MooreSheep in Landscape 75Maquette for Reclining Figure by Henry MooreMaquette for Reclining Figure 76Upright Motive; Maquette No. 8 by Henry MooreUpright Motive; Maquette No. 8 77Two seated Figures against a pillar by Henry MooreTwo seated Figures against a pillar 78Idea for sculpture by Henry MooreIdea for sculpture 79Reclining Figure; Umbilicus by Henry MooreReclining Figure; Umbilicus 80Rocking Chair No. 3 by Henry MooreRocking Chair No. 3 81Standing Figure No. 1 by Henry MooreStanding Figure No. 1 82Divided Head by Henry MooreDivided Head 83Head; Lines by Henry MooreHead; Lines 84Reclining Mother And Child; Shell Skirt by Henry MooreReclining Mother And Child; Shell Skirt 85Rocking Chairs by Henry MooreRocking Chairs 86Bonnet Figure by Henry MooreBonnet Figure 87Nude by Henry MooreNude 88Reclining Figure No. 4 by Henry MooreReclining Figure No. 4 89Three Female Figures (Cramer 16) by Henry MooreThree Female Figures (Cramer 16) 90Three Standing Figures by Henry MooreThree Standing Figures 91Two Torsos by Henry MooreTwo Torsos 92Madonna and Child 2 by Henry MooreMadonna and Child 2 93Two Seated Women and Child by Henry MooreTwo Seated Women and Child 94Helmet Head No. 3 by Henry MooreHelmet Head No. 3 95Draped Seated Figure against Curved Wall by Henry MooreDraped Seated Figure against Curved Wall 96Mother and Child 2 by Henry MooreMother and Child 2 97Reclining Nude by Henry MooreReclining Nude 98Woman Reading by Henry MooreWoman Reading 99Reclining Warrior by Henry MooreReclining Warrior 100Maquette for Mother and Child with Apple by Henry MooreMaquette for Mother and Child with Apple

      Henry Moore paintings by subject

      The four most frequent subjects in this ranking, with the top painting for each.

      Scenes 22 works

      Madonna and Child, Henry Moore #12 Madonna and Child Animal Turned Head, Henry Moore #15 Animal Turned Head Two Monumental Reclining Figures, Henry Moore #21 Two Monumental Reclining Figures Two Reclining Figures In Yellow And Green, Henry Moore #23 Two Reclining Figures In Yellow And Green

      Children 15 works

      Small Mother and Child, Henry Moore #26 Small Mother and Child Plate XIX, from Mother and Child, Henry Moore #33 Plate XIX, from Mother and Child Mother and Child, Henry Moore #37 Mother and Child Plate XVIII, from Mother and Child, Henry Moore #41 Plate XVIII, from Mother and Child

      Mothers 15 works

      Mother Playing With Child On Floor I, Henry Moore #45 Mother Playing With Child On Floor I Sculptures - Dark Interior, Henry Moore #52 Sculptures - Dark Interior Reclining Mother and Child IV, Henry Moore #56 Reclining Mother and Child IV Plate XI, from Mother and Child, Henry Moore #57 Plate XI, from Mother and Child

      Body 9 works

      Elephant's Head, Henry Moore #17 Elephant's Head Eight plaster heads, Henry Moore #36 Eight plaster heads Warrior's Head, Henry Moore #47 Warrior's Head Seated Figure; Thin Head, Henry Moore #60 Seated Figure; Thin Head

      Museums holding Henry Moore's originals

      The 8 museums that hold the most of the paintings on this page.

      Museum City Works by Henry Moore Paintings from this list
      Tate Britain, LondonTate Britain London 3 The Artist's Hand V, Hands I, Catspaws off the Land
      National Maritime Museum, LondonNational Maritime Museum London 2 Setting Nets on the Coast of North Wales, Hove-to for a Pilot
      Detroit Institute of Arts, DetroitDetroit Institute of Arts Detroit 1 Reclining Figure
      National Museums Liverpool, LiverpoolNational Museums Liverpool Liverpool 1 Falling Warrior
      Imperial War Museums, LondonImperial War Museums London 1 A Miner at Work
      Kimbell Art Museum, Fort WorthKimbell Art Museum Fort Worth 1 Figure in a Shelter
      Zaragoza Museum, SaragossaZaragoza Museum Saragossa 1 Portrait of Isabel de Cistué y Nieto (Retrato de Dª Isabel de Cistué y Nieto)
      Finnish National Gallery, HelsinkiFinnish National Gallery Helsinki 1 Family Group

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      Henry Moore paintings: FAQ

      Which is Henry Moore's most famous work?Show answer

      Reclining Figure, Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit, ranks first, followed by Falling Warrior (1957) and Sculptural Objects (Cramer 47).

      What are the ten most famous Henry Moore paintings?Show answer

      Reclining Figure, Falling Warrior, Sculptural Objects (Cramer 47), Sheep 1, A Miner at Work, Seveda! Žrtev je naslednja Slovenjska prevoda naslov umetnosti: Sedeta figura na kvadratnih korakih., Figure in a Shelter, The Artist's Hand V, Reležni figur. Točke and Hands I. Year and museum for each are in the ranking above.

      How many paintings by Henry Moore are listed?Show answer

      492 works by Henry Moore are in our catalogue, dated 1942 to 1983.

      Which museums hold Henry Moore's most famous originals?Show answer

      Mainly in Tate Britain (London), National Maritime Museum (London) and Detroit Institute of Arts (Detroit). See the museum table above for the full list.

      When were the top Henry Moore paintings made?Show answer

      In 1970s: 2 of the 100 paintings ranked here date from that time, including The Artist's Hand V.

      What are the oldest and the most recent famous Henry Moore paintings?Show answer

      Earliest on this page: A Miner at Work (1942). Latest: Figure in a Shelter (1983).

      Which subjects appear most in Henry Moore's paintings?Show answer

      Among the 100 paintings ranked here: Scenes (22), Children (15) and Mothers (15).

      Which medium is most common in Henry Moore's paintings?Show answer

      Bronze, for 2 of the 100 paintings ranked here.

      What movement do Henry Moore's paintings belong to?Show answer

      Modernism, based on the paintings ranked on this page.

      Which famous Henry Moore paintings does the Tate Britain have?Show answer

      The Tate Britain, London holds 3 of the paintings ranked here, including The Artist's Hand V, Hands I and Catspaws off the Land.

      Henry Moore: the artist behind the paintings

      A Life Sculpted in Form: The World of Henry Moore

      Henry Spencer Moore, OM CH FBA (30 July 1898 – 31 August 1986) was an English visual artist. He is best known for his semi-abstract monumental bronze sculptures—particularly the reclining figure—which revolutionized modern British sculpture and established him as one of the most influential artists of the twentieth century. Born in Castleford, Yorkshire, Moore’s early life instilled in him a profound appreciation for the natural world and a fascination with form that would shape his entire artistic career. Despite an initial inclination towards teaching, he swiftly recognized his innate talent for sculpting and devoted himself wholeheartedly to mastering this craft.

      Early Influences and Artistic Development

      Moore's formal education began at Castleford Secondary School where his art teacher identified and nurtured his burgeoning artistic abilities. He subsequently pursued studies at Leeds School of Art and the Royal College of Art in London, immersing himself in the study of classical sculpture alongside pioneering movements like Cubism. However, Moore wasn’t merely a passive recipient of artistic trends; he skillfully synthesized these influences into something uniquely his own—a distinctive sculptural language characterized by organic curves, voids, and explorations of spatial relationships. A formative experience occurred during his visit to Mexico in 1925 where he encountered Aztec sculptures—powerful symbols of simplicity and abstraction that liberated him from representational constraints. This encounter profoundly impacted Moore’s aesthetic sensibilities, propelling him toward a more expressive approach to sculpture.

      The Reclining Figure: An Icon of Modern Sculpture

      Moore's breakthrough came with the creation of *Reclining Figure*, completed in 1932—a monumental bronze sculpture that instantly captivated audiences and cemented his reputation as a visionary artist. This iconic form embodies Moore’s core artistic principles: an unwavering focus on the human figure, coupled with a deliberate rejection of anatomical accuracy. Instead of striving for realistic depiction, Moore sought to capture the essence of repose and contemplation—to convey a sense of serenity and timelessness through undulating curves and subtly textured surfaces. The reclining figure became synonymous with Moore’s oeuvre—a symbol of both vulnerability and resilience—and continues to inspire artists worldwide.

      Wartime Reflections and Public Commissions

      The Second World War served as a catalyst for Moore's artistic evolution, prompting him to document the experiences of Londoners sheltering from the Blitz in evocative drawings that captured the spirit of defiance and communal solidarity. These *Shelter Drawings*, created during this period of immense upheaval, demonstrate Moore’s ability to translate his sculptural sensibility into two-dimensional form—a testament to his versatility as an artist. Following the war, Moore received numerous prestigious commissions—allowing him to realize ambitious sculptures for educational institutions, hospitals, and civic spaces—further solidifying his legacy as a champion of public art and demonstrating his unwavering belief in its transformative potential.

      Legacy and Enduring Influence

      Henry Moore’s impact on twentieth-century sculpture is undeniable. He challenged conventional artistic conventions, prioritizing form and space over literal representation—and establishing himself as one of the most influential sculptors of his time. His sculptures continue to resonate with audiences today—inspiring awe and contemplation—and his work remains a powerful reminder of the enduring human spirit and the beauty that can be found in even the most challenging circumstances. Moore’s dedication to artistic exploration and his profound connection to the natural world cemented his place as a cornerstone of modern British art, ensuring that his legacy would endure for generations to come.
      • Key Characteristics: Organic forms, voids, undulating curves, textured surfaces, monumental scale
      • Notable Inspirations: Classical sculpture, Cubism, Aztec art, Yorkshire landscape
      • Significant Achievements: Creation of *Reclining Figure*, numerous public commissions, establishment of the Henry Moore Foundation
      Moore’s sculptures stand as enduring monuments to human ingenuity and a testament to the transformative power of art—a legacy that continues to inspire artists and captivate audiences globally.

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