Jocelyn Hepworth
English sculptor (1903–1975)
1903 — 1975
Quick Facts
Profession
English sculptor (1903–1975)
Born
January 10, 1903
Died
1975 (age ~72)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
photographer, artist, painter
United KingdomBorn in WakefieldDied in St Ives
1903
Born in Wakefield (1903-01-10)
1975
Died in St Ives
About
Dame Jocelyn Barbara Hepworth was an English artist and sculptor. Her work exemplifies Modernism and in particular modern sculpture. Along with artists such as Ben Nicholson and Naum Gabo, Hepworth was a leading figure in the colony of artists who resided in St Ives during the Second World War.
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Who is Jocelyn Hepworth?+
Dame Jocelyn Barbara Hepworth was an English artist and sculptor. Her work exemplifies Modernism and in particular modern sculpture. Along with artists such as Ben Nicholson and Naum Gabo, Hepworth was a leading figure in the colony of artists who resided in St Ives during the Second World War.
What does the name Jocelyn mean?+
The name Jocelyn means "unisex given name. Etymology: From the - male given name from Joscelin, Gautzelin, diminutive of names beginning with the tribal name t=a Geat, a Goth, the root form of which probably comes from nocat=1}}; also used as a diminutive form of the Breton name Josse (= Joyce). It survived as a surname and was revived as a given name in the nineteenth century. * Jocelyn is currently popular among U.S. Hispanics, and in the Philippines, by folk etymology explained as a feminine diminutive form of José (Joseph).". It is of English origin.
When was Jocelyn Hepworth born?+
Jocelyn Hepworth was born on January 10, 1903.
When did Jocelyn Hepworth die?+
Jocelyn Hepworth died in 1975, at approximately 72 years of age.
Name Meaning
unisex given name. Etymology: From the - male given name from Joscelin, Gautzelin, diminutive of names beginning with the tribal name t=a Geat, a Goth, the root form of which probably comes from nocat=1}}; also used as a diminutive form of the Breton name Josse (= Joyce). It survived as a surname and was revived as a given name in the nineteenth century. * Jocelyn is currently popular among U.S. Hispanics, and in the Philippines, by folk etymology explained as a feminine diminutive form of José (Joseph).
The name Jocelyn is of English origin, meaning "unisex given name. Etymology: From the - male given name from Joscelin, Gautzelin, diminutive of names beginning with the tribal name t=a Geat, a Goth, the root form of which probably comes from nocat=1}}; also used as a diminutive form of the Breton name Josse (= Joyce). It survived as a surname and was revived as a given name in the nineteenth century. * Jocelyn is currently popular among U.S. Hispanics, and in the Philippines, by folk etymology explained as a feminine diminutive form of José (Joseph).". It is traditionally a female name.
Other famous people named Jocelyn
Jocelyn — January 10, 1903
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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