Phyllida Barlow, British sculptor, dies aged 78

Artist rose to international prominence after four decades teaching art, and was made a dame in 2021

Dame Phyllida Barlow, described by the Guardian as “one of the art world’s most celebrated late starters”, has died aged 78.

The artist was best known for her large-scale sculptures and installations, often made from modest materials including cardboard, plywood or polystyrene. She represented Britain in the Venice Biennale in 2017.