Cantate Domino

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This text provides an in-depth analysis of Barbara Hepworth's sculpture "Cantate Domino" and its significance within her oeuvre. The author argues that this work stands out from Hepworth's earlier pieces due to its realism, contrasting with the abstract style of other works like "Ascending Form (Gloria)". The piece is seen as a response to public crises such as pollution and war, reflecting Hepworth's desire to create something uplifting during times of great unhappiness. The author also draws comparisons between "Cantate Domino" and other notable sculptures from the post-war period, including Ossip Zadkine's "The Destroyed City" and Naum Gabo's "Bijenkorf Construction". These works share similarities with Hepworth's piece in terms of their use of abstract forms to address themes of suffering and regeneration. In addition to its artistic significance, the text also touches on the practicalities surrounding "Cantate Domino", including its creation for the São Paolo Bienal in 1959 and its subsequent acquisition by the Museu de Arte Moderna São Paolo. The author notes that Hepworth had intended the sculpture for her own grave but was unable to do so due to local regulations. Overall, this text provides a comprehensive understanding of "Cantate Domino" within the context of Barbara Hepworth's oeuvre and its significance within the broader history of post-war sculpture.