Public art & sculpture · South East England
Reclining Figure
In or near Oxford.
Reclining Figure — Public artwork (statue) by Henry Moore.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Oxford · 0.4 km
- Free entry
About
Reclining Figure is a place of interest in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Public artwork (statue) by Henry Moore.". Coordinates: 51.7562°, -1.2658°.
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Official information
The 'Reclining Figure' is a sculpture created by Henry Moore in 1982, showcasing his exploration of the reclining form. This piece is part of a broader collection of Moore's works that reflect his modernist approach to sculpture, influenced by various artistic traditions.
Place summary
Reclining Figure is a sculpture located in Oxford, an unparished area of the West Midlands. This work is notable for its artistic significance, contributing to the cultural landscape of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7562, -1.2658
- County
- Oxfordshire
- District
- Oxford
- Parish
- Oxford, unparished area
- Postcode
- OX1 2JL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Oxford West and Abingdon
- Nearest railway station
- Oxford — 0.4 km
- Official site
- www.worc.ox.ac.uk
Sources
- osm: n12702912108 (ODbL)
- commons: Reclining_Figure,_created_by_Henry_Moore_2.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Reclining Figure?
- Reclining Figure is in Oxfordshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode OX1 2JL), in the parish of Oxford, unparished area.
- What is Reclining Figure?
- Reclining Figure — Public artwork (statue) by Henry Moore.
- How do I get to Reclining Figure?
- The nearest railway station is Oxford, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode OX1 2JL.
- How do I get to Reclining Figure?
- The nearest railway station is Oxford, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode OX1 2JL.