Infinity

Infinity is a rotating stainless steel sculpture located at the south entrance of the museum. Its polished metal surface continuously moves, catching and reflecting light as you approach from different angles.

The sculpture was created in 1967 by artist José de Rivera. It represents an important moment when major public institutions invested in contemporary art for their public spaces.

The sculpture combines mathematical precision with artistic expression through its form, representing the concept of endlessness in three-dimensional space.

The sculpture sits at the south entrance on Madison Drive at 12th Street, making it easy to spot when you arrive or leave. You can walk around it from multiple vantage points to see how the light plays across its surface.

Despite its modern appearance and geometric lines, the sculpture moves through mechanical means alone without electronic systems. This old-fashioned approach gives the work a patient, almost meditative quality that sets it apart from today's digital installations.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Inception: 1967

Creator: José de Rivera

GPS coordinates: 38.89082,-77.03004

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:47