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Reg Butler: Sculptor

Reg Butler talks about his life's work, which has revolved around sculpture even throughout the years of World War II. (1974)

Reg Butler talks about his life's work, which has revolved around sculpture even throughout the years of World War II. He recalls how, as a young boy, he chose sculpture over painting and explains that the female form has been his constant theme, subject to developments that reflect his views and the times. The interview is illustrated throughout with examples of Butler's work, including The Unknown Political Prisoner, The Oracle and The Pink Drawings. The programme also follows his most recent creations as they go on show in New York.

45 minutes

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Tue 22 Jan 1974 21:00

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The designs and models for a Reg Butler monument called 'The Unknown Political Prisoner' show that it was to be both imposing and intimate, combining architectural and sculptural techniques. However, after the award-winning design stage it was never built. The model for the planned sculpture is currently held by the Tate.

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