John Foster
BORN:
1951. Died 2008.
EARLY LIFE:
John Foster began creating steel sculptures while still at secondary school. After leaving school, he worked for a steel company for a year, where he developed practical knowledge of steel engineering and fabrication.
LIVES:
He was based in England.
CAREER:
Foster went on to formally study sculpture in Guildford and Epsom, refining his skills and developing his distinctive approach to working with steel. He built a career centred on sculptural practice, with his work being exhibited in numerous galleries.
MATERIALS:
Steel was the sole medium used throughout his career.
STYLE AND SUBJECTS:
His work focused on the expressive and structural possibilities of steel, informed by both artistic training and hands on engineering experience.
AWARDS AND EXHIBITIONS:
Foster’s sculptures have been exhibited widely in galleries, contributing to his recognition as a dedicated steel sculptor.
John Foster sculptures are available from the sculpture park.
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Abstract £24,000 inc VATMonumental Abstract Metal Garden Sculpture – Pointing Up (1982) by John Foster (Unique)
Pointing Up (1982) by John Foster, Steel,
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Abstract £18,000 inc VATLarge Metal Abstract Sculpture – Buffer 1 2 3 4 by John Foster (Unique)
Buffer 1 2 3 4 by John Foster, Cut Train Buffers Welded
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Abstract £82,800 inc VATMonumental Abstract Industrial Steel Sculpture – John’s Last Big Piece by John Foster (Unique)
John’s Last Big Piece by John Foster, Steel
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Abstract £22,800 inc VATMonumental Steel Abstract Sculpture – Cut Out I 1981 by John Foster (Unique)
Cut Out I 1981 by John Foster, Steel
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Abstract £28,800 inc VATMonumental Steel Abstract Sculpture – Cut Out II by John Foster (Unique)
Cut Out II by John Foster, Steel
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Abstract £7,200 inc VATLarge Metal Abstract Sculpture – Stack Piece by John Foster (Unique)
Stack Piece by John Foster, Steel & Iron
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Abstract £4,500 inc VATLarge Steel Abstract Rail Sculpture – Buffer Piece by John Foster (Unique)
Buffer Piece by John Foster, Welded Steel