Benson LANDESBorn into a family of European artists, Benson Landes left school at the age of 14 to study fashion and design. Working at his father's clothing factory, he learned pattern cutting and gained a better understanding of the world of fashion. Designing clothes was the natural progression for Benson, who eventually set up his own couture business in 1956.
After 25 successful years designing and supplying high fashion to some of the most famous couture houses of the day, Benson decided to retire to his foremost passion, sculpting and modeling. He immediately designed a collection of eight sporting bronze trophies, which were snapped up by Crown Jeweller's Garrards and, with this prestigious client in his portfolio, Benson was able to introduce himself to a number of important individuals and fine art houses.
Working mainly on commissions for the next fifteen years, Benson Landes joined the Halcyon Gallery in 1996 and his exquisitely graceful bronzes have since been exhibited across the country, with collectors worldwide. Benson attributes the characteristic elegance and movement of his classical figure sculptures to his career as a couturier, where he gained an in-depth understanding of the female form.
Benson Landes now lives in the North of England where he continues to produce beautiful bronze sculptures for private collections throughout the world. |
