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Henry Moore

Huw Wheldon visits Henry Moore at his home in the run-up to a major exhibition of his work at the Whitechapel Gallery in London. From 1960.

Huw Wheldon visits Henry Moore at his home in the run-up to a major exhibition of his work at the Whitechapel Gallery in London. Wheldon tries to uncover deeper meanings and motivations in the artist's work, but Moore freely admits that he doesn't want to examine himself too thoroughly in case it inhibits his ability to create.

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21 minutes

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Did You Know?

Huw Wheldon, a major figure in television history, went on from devising and presenting the Monitor series to become the BBC's managing director. Under his guidance, the landmark series Civilisation, Ascent of Man and Alistair Cooke's Letter from America were all produced. Wheldon helped to found the Open University, held five honorary doctorates, was president of the Royal Television Society and trustee of the National Portrait Gallery. He was also awarded the Military Cross during World War II.

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Credits

RoleContributor
PresenterHuw Weldon
Interviewed GuestHenry Moore

Broadcasts

  • Sun 20 Nov 196022:10
  • Sun 28 Sep 200820:10
  • Next Monday23:10

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Henry Moore at the BBC Collection

Henry Moore at the BBC Collection

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