Helen Margaret George facts for kids

Helen Margaret George (1883–1982) was an English artist. She was known for her beautiful sculptures and paintings. Helen was born in Blandford, a town in Dorset, England.

About Helen Margaret George

Helen grew up in Blandford, Dorset. She went to Talbot Heath School in Bournemouth. After school, she moved to Paris, France. There, she studied sculpture with a famous artist named Antoine Bourdelle.

Her Art and Exhibitions

Helen created many sculptures. She also made group compositions. Her art often showed the theme of motherhood. She showed her work in many places. These included the Royal Academy in London. She also exhibited with the Royal Society of British Sculptors. Other places were the Society of Women Artists, the Leicester Galleries, and the Goupil Gallery. This was between World War I and World War II.

Helen's art was also shown in America. She exhibited in Paris, France, too. Her work was seen at the Salon des Artistes Francais and the Salon d'Automne.

Where Her Art Is Today

You can find examples of Helen's work in several museums. The Victoria and Albert Museum in London has some of her pieces. The Salford Museum and Art Gallery also holds her art. So does the Manchester City Art Gallery.