Untitled, Geometric sculpture in National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden, United States.
The aluminum sculpture rises through rectangular forms painted in bold colors, creating intersecting angular shapes that extend upward into the garden space.
The National Gallery of Art commissioned Joel Shapiro to create this monumental sculpture in 1989, marking a period of expansion for public art in Washington D.C.
The sculpture reflects the minimalist movement of late twentieth century American art through its use of basic geometric forms and industrial materials.
Visitors can observe the sculpture daily from 10 AM to 5 PM, with optimal viewing angles available from multiple pathways within the sculpture garden.
The sculpture changes its visual impact throughout the day as sunlight moves across its painted aluminum surfaces, altering the perception of its geometric forms.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1989
Creator: Joel Shapiro
GPS coordinates: 38.89158,-77.02244
Latest update: April 11, 2025 11:31
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