A large abstract bronze sculpture displayed outdoors on a hillside against a blue sky.

A selection of Henry Moore works from YSP are to be included in an exhibition at Kew

News / 25 Aug 2025

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Important sculptures by Yorkshire-born artist Henry Moore, which are currently on view at YSP will be transported to London for inclusion in the artist’s largest outdoor exhibition to date. Henry Moore: Monumental Nature (9 May-21 September 2026) will be across two Royal Botanic Gardens sites: Kew Gardens in London and Wakehurst in Sussex.

Installed in the Country Park, Large Two Forms (1966-69), Large Spindle Piece (1968, cast c. 1974) and Reclining Figure: Arch Leg (1969-70) are on loan to YSP from the Henry Moore Foundation. Our skilled technical team will deinstall the three sculptures from 1 September 2025.

YSP will welcome several new outdoor sculptures in the following months which will be installed at various sites across the Park. Three important sculptures by Henry Moore remain on view in the Country Park; Upright Motives No. 1 (Glenkiln Cross): No 2; No 7(1955-56), Three Piece Reclining Figure No.1 (1961-62), and Large Totem Head (1968).

What makes YSP unique is that many of the 90 outdoor sculptures are on loan to us, with new additions and goodbyes happening throughout the year. This provides visitors with something new to encounter on every visit. 

Search the diverse collection of art outdoors at YSP and plan your visit. 

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