The Leaning Woman sculpture, created by Dr Karel Vogel and unveiled between 1956 and 1958, was commissioned as part of the London County Council's initiative to enhance public spaces after post-war reconstruction. Originally intended to compensate the local community for urban disruption caused by the Great West Road, its location inadvertently favors motorists over local residents. Despite mixed reviews upon its unveiling, it has recently been added to the 'At Risk' register due to erosion and overgrowth. A restoration campaign initiated in 2018 has since gathered £38,000 to address these issues and improve accessibility to the artwork.
The Leaning Woman, a post-war sculpture by Dr Karel Vogel, was designed to bring art to the community but has faced challenges with visibility and preservation.
Commissioned by the London County Council, Leaning Woman aimed to compensate a local community impacted by urban redevelopment, yet it now mostly serves passing motorists.
Since its unveiling, the sculpture has faced mixed receptions, initially criticized as a modern monstrosity, it now faces physical degradation and obscurity from overgrown bushes.
A successful restoration campaign began in 2018 to address deterioration and improve visibility, securing funds totaling £38,000 from multiple sources for its preservation.
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