Reclining Figure

The work is actually dated 1938, but it first made its appearance in Singapore in 1983. I.M. Pei designed a pond and plaza for the work. He was quoted as saying 'it is very light and almost whimsical. The building itself is a very strong, masculine one. So they should complement one another very well. And it's a piece that people can appreciate and get close to. That's very important. I am sure it will be well liked in Singapore.' The work was recently (late 2000/2001) moved forward in its small plaza, and cleaned (rumour was it had been suffering from bronze disease). The setting is much stronger now. It is given more space in which to work. This is the largest of Moore's 850 or so pieces.

This excellent capture from otfrom is more recent, and shows that a label/caption has been added.