Henry Moore England, 1898-1996

Henry Moore visited Mexico City several times during the 1940-50s, drawn by the rich artistic heritage and the vibrant culture of pre-Columbian art and indigenous traditions. These visits deeply impacted his understanding of form and space, inspiring him to explore organic shapes and voids in his sculptures, echoing the ancient Mexican stone carvings and monumental architecture. The interplay between positive and negative space in Moore’s work reflects the balance he observed in Mexican art and landscapes.