Cubi XI, Steel sculpture in National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden, Washington DC, United States.
Cubi XI consists of geometric forms made from stainless steel, with dimensions of 230 centimeters in height and 74 centimeters in width.
David Smith created this abstract sculpture in 1963 as part of his Cubi series, applying welding techniques he learned while working in a car factory.
The sculpture represents a significant development in American art by incorporating industrial materials and geometric forms into abstract expressionism of the mid-20th century.
Visitors can view the sculpture at the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden, which maintains regular opening hours and provides free admission to the public.
The surface of Cubi XI features specific burnishing patterns that Smith created manually, causing the steel to reflect light in particular ways throughout the day.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1963
Creator: David Smith
GPS coordinates: 38.89144,-77.01652
Latest update: November 12, 2025 19:07
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