BARBARA Hepworth’s celebrated cast bronze sculpture Dual Form was carefully relocated to Kresen Kernow in Redruth on Monday, November 25.

This temporary move ensures the sculpture's protection during the Guildhall Renewal Project, while keeping it on public display for the community and visitors to enjoy.

Dual Form will return to its position outside St Ives Guildhall once the forecourt works are complete, as part of the Guildhall Renewal Works. The project is one of nine St Ives Town Deal funded projects.

Dual Form in situ
Dual Form in situ (Submitted)

These enhancements will include a level access entrance and a redesigned, welcoming portico, creating a more accessible and vibrant space in the heart of Street-An-Pol. These improvements aim to revitalise the area and provide an inviting outdoor space for all to enjoy.

Kresen Kernow, Cornwall’s archive and records centre, now temporarily hosts Dual Form. Housed in the former Redruth Brewery, the facility opened in 2019 and offers research areas, exhibition spaces, and an accessible environment.

It preserves over 1.5 million records spanning 850 years, celebrating Cornwall’s rich history. The Town Council extends its gratitude to Kresen Kernow for facilitating this relocation.

2024-11-25 Dual Form move Luke Dimech.
Dual Form being moved. Picture: Luke Dimech

Deborah Tritton, service manager at Kresen Kernow, said: “We are thrilled to be able to provide a temporary home for Dual Form, which has been made possible as a result of the Government Indemnity Scheme.

“We would like to thank HM Government and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and Arts Council England for arranging the indemnity. This ensures the public can continue to enjoy it while the much-needed work is completed at the Guildhall.”