Gwenfritz, Steel sculpture at National Museum of American History, Washington, D.C., US.
The Gwenfritz sculpture stands at 1050 centimeters tall and consists of seventy-one steel plates assembled into an abstract geometric formation painted in black.
The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation commissioned Alexander Calder to create this sculpture in 1968 as part of a capital beautification initiative.
The sculpture represents a shift in public art preferences during the late 1960s, introducing abstract modernist designs to Washington's traditional landscape.
Visitors can observe the sculpture from multiple angles around its reflecting pool location on the west side of the National Museum of American History.
The restoration team discovered original assembly markings made by Calder when they removed layers of paint during the 2013 conservation project.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1968
Creator: Alexander Calder
Made from material: steel
GPS coordinates: 38.89120,-77.03132
Latest update: October 18, 2025 07:11
Washington Monument
391 m
National Museum of African American History and Culture
127 m
National Museum of American History
115 m
Old Post Office
424 m
George Washington
67 m
Freer Gallery of Art
460 m
Herbert C. Hoover Building
353 m
Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium
211 m
Internal Revenue Service Building
447 m
William Jefferson Clinton Federal Building
374 m
Boy Scout Commemorative Tribute
392 m
Jamie L. Whitten Building
369 m
National Children's Museum
12.1 km
U.S. Capitol Gatehouses and Gateposts
259 m
United States Department of Agriculture Building
348 m
Oscar Straus Memorial
290 m
Department of Labor Building
121 m
Infinity
119 m
German-American Friendship Garden
459 m
Alexander Robey Shepherd
454 m
Bearing Witness
300 m
Federal Triangle Flowers
315 m
In America: Remember
278 m
National Children's Museum
363 m
National Aquarium
296 m
National Sylvan Theater
419 m
Original Patentees of District of Columbia Memorial
359 m
Wegmans Wonderplace
47 mVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes