Elisabeth Frink (1930–1993) was a British sculptor and printmaker, renowned for her expressive, often figurative works that explore the human form, animals, and themes of power and vulnerability. Born in Suffolk, England, she studied at the Chelsea School of Art and the Slade School of Fine Art, developing a distinctive style characterized by textured surfaces and dynamic forms.
Frink’s sculptures, often cast in bronze, range from monumental public commissions to intimate studies, with recurring motifs including birds, horses, and male figures, reflecting both strength and fragility. She was elected a Royal Academician (RA) in 1985, cementing her position among Britain’s leading contemporary artists.
Today, Elisabeth Frink is celebrated as one of the most important British sculptors of the 20th century, admired for her powerful, emotive approach to form and her contribution to modern figurative sculpture.
