Three Obliques, Bronze sculpture at School of Music, Cardiff University, United Kingdom
The sculpture consists of three trapezoidal bronze wings, each measuring three meters in height with circular openings at the upper sections.
Barbara Hepworth created Three Obliques in 1968, following her earlier 1967 plaster work Three Oblique Forms, which later became a series of bronze editions.
The sculpture represents a shift in modern art practices, encouraging physical interaction between viewers and abstract forms through its walkable design.
Located in the Cathays district at 13 meters elevation, this Grade II listed monument maintains its original patina through regular maintenance procedures.
Each of the three wing sections creates distinct shadow patterns throughout the day, while the circular openings frame different views of the surrounding architecture.
Location: Cathays
Inception: 1968
Creator: Barbara Hepworth
Elevation above the sea: 13 m
Website: https://barbarahepworth.org.uk/sculptures/1968/three-obliques-walkin
GPS coordinates: 51.48917,-3.18338
Latest update: March 25, 2025 09:45
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