A.B.S. Sprigge
A.B.S. Sprigge (1906–1980) was a British sculptor, known for her work in marble, stone and wood.
A.B.S. Sprigge | |
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| Born | 3 March 1906 |
| Died | 1980 (aged 73–74) |
| Alma mater | Royal College of Art |
| Known for | Sculpture |
Biography
Miss Sprigge was born in London and, throughout 1926 and 1927, studied at the Royal College of Art where her tutors included Henry Moore.[1][2] During the 1930s she produced sculptures in marble, stone and wood and had pieces exhibited at major London galleries including Agnews and the Leicester Galleries.[1][3] In 1936 Sprigge had a solo exhibition at the Bloomsbury Gallery in London.[1]
For a time she lived, and maintained a studio, at Loughton in Essex but later in her life, Sprigge moved to Llanpumpsaint in Wales.[3][2][1]
References
- David Buckman (2006). Artists in Britain Since 1945 Vol 2, M to Z. Art Dictionaries Ltd. ISBN 0 953260 95 X.
- Grant M. Waters (1975). Dictionary of British Artists Working 1900–1950. Eastbourne Fine Art.
- James Mackay (1977). The Dictionary of Western Sculptors in Bronze. Antique Collectors' Club. ISBN 0902028553.
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