Barbara Hepworth

Hardback book titled Barbara Hepworth, authored by J.P. Hodin. Published in 1961, 172 pages. 

"In this comprehensive monograph, J.P. Hodin presents an intimate portrait of the celebrated British sculptor Barbara Hepworth. The book explores Hepworth’s childhood in Yorkshire, her artistic development, and her enduring connection to the landscapes that inspired her work. Illustrated with 128 monochrome plates spanning her career from 1925 onward, it traces her evolution through phases of carving, metalwork, and abstract forms. Hodin highlights Hepworth’s reflections on the importance of harmony between humanity and nature, stating, 'Every work in sculpture is, and must be, an act of praise and an awareness of man in his landscape,' offering a glimpse into her philosophy and artistic vision."