Square Forms and Circles Sculpture

Can you feel the silent conversation between the Square Forms and Circles Sculpture and the sky above? Here at McGill University, Barbara Hepworth’s 1963 bronze creation commands attention. Square Forms and Circles isn’t just a static object. It’s a dynamic interplay of light, shadow, and form. Hepworth, a prominent British sculptor, wanted her art to invite interaction. She envisioned viewers engaging with her work, not just observing it from afar. Square Forms and Circles embodies this vision. The two bronze forms, though separate, create a sense of unity. They almost seem to lean towards each other, as if in quiet dialogue. The circular openings within the forms aren’t mere holes. They’re windows to the world, framing glimpses of the surrounding campus and the sky beyond. Hepworth’s work was often inspired by nature, by the interplay of land and sky. Here in Montreal, her Square Forms and Circles continues that conversation, inviting us to join in. The sculpture’s bronze surfaces, smooth and textured, bear the marks of Hepworth’s process. They reflect the light, changing throughout the day, constantly offering a new perspective. As you walk around it, notice how the forms shift and change, how the circles frame different views. This constant evolution is part of the sculpture’s magic. It is a reminder that art isn’t static. It is alive, breathing, and engaging in a continuous dialogue with its surroundings.