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Wellhead

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture "Wellhead" by Barbara Hepworth is a gray, weathered stone or metal object. The object has a round base that flares outward slightly at the bottom and tapers upward. Three thick, straight legs extend from the base, connecting to a platform with a flat surface. The platform has a wide, flat section that extends out on all sides. On top of the legs, there is a curved section with several rounded indentations. Two small, rounded shapes resembling handles or decorative elements are on top. The entire sculpture appears weathered and textured. The background is solid black.

Artwork details

Medium:
Terracotta
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
435 × 625 px
Museum record:
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