The Harlow Art Trust, a voluntary body established in the 1950s, acquired works by up-and-coming sculptors and assisted them by providing a permanent public exhibition of their works.
Sited throughout the town is a collection of sculptures of national significance. In the main squares and precincts, in numerous public buildings and at several schools, sculptures by artists, both famous and lesser known, are to be found. Henry Moore's Family Group looks out from the foyer of the new Civic Centre onto the Water Gardens where Elisabeth Frink's Boar stands. Close by, in the town centre, are works by Ralph Brown, F.E.McWiliam and Lynn Chadwick.
Many Harlow people have watched and participated in the installation, unveiling and periodic re-siting of these works. Harlow's sculpture collection has become as much part of the social history and human geography of the town as its housing, public buildings and open spaces.
The Harlow Art Trust continue to commission and site sculpture in Harlow. With a fully illustrated sculpture trail map and new and existing sculpture right on the doorstep, you cannot miss the opportunity to appreciate this exceptional collection.
A brand new, full colour, Sculpture in Harlow catalogue is available now. For just £5.00 you can read all about the artists, discover the fascinating history of the collection, and browse the beautiful photographs.
To purchase your copy, please contact Natalie Wood on (+44) 01279 425197.
Click here to view the Sculpture Collection
Click here to view the artists
Downloads
Click here for a pdf map which shows the location of the sculptures. Additional works can be seen in the beautiful setting of The Gibberd Garden.
Additional Information
Contact:
tel: (+44) 01279 446760 ext 241
