Barbara Hepworth explored ideas of positive and negative space in many of her sculptures. She often pierced solid masses of stone, wood and plaster with holes to create abstract, empty spaces.

A new sculpture outside the Rosewood Arts Center in Kettering was selected for its originality and imaginative, uplifting concept, officials said.

Barbara Hepworth explored ideas of positive and negative space in many of her sculptures. She often pierced solid masses of stone, wood and plaster with holes to create abstract, empty spaces.