Figura Recumbente 1938

"Figura Recumbente" (1938) is a sculpture by renowned British artist Henry Moore, known for his abstract, biomorphic forms. This piece, housed at Tate Britain, features a reclining figure with simplified, rounded shapes, showcasing Moore's signature style of capturing the human form in an organic, almost geological, manner. The sculpture's open form, with its prominent, negative spaces, invites viewers to contemplate both the interior and exterior of the figure, creating a dialogue between solidity and void. The work is a prime example of Moore's exploration of the human form, its physicality, and the relationship between positive and negative space.