WASHINGTON DC, United States — The "Infinity" sculpture stands in front of the Smithsonian National Museum of American History on the National Mall. The 24-foot-tall abstract sculpture, designed by José de Rivera and created by Roy Gussow, features a 16-foot-long polished stainless steel ribbon atop a granite tower. Dedicated in 1967, it was one of the first abstract sculptures displayed at a major public building in Washington
Photograph by David Coleman. The "Infinity" sculpture, prominently displayed at the entrance of the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, is a striking example of public art in Washington Designed by José de Rivera and crafted by Roy Gussow, this abstract sculpture was dedicated in 1967, marking a significant moment in the city's artistic landscape as one of the first abstract sculptures to be featured at a major public building in the nation's capital. The sculpture stands 24 feet ( meters) tall and consists of a 16-foot-long ( meters) polished stainless steel ribbon gracefully positioned atop a granite tower. This combination of materials – the gleaming stainless steel and solid granite – creates a compelling contrast that captures the attention of visitors approaching the museum. The sculpture's placement at the National Mall entrance of the museum serves not only as an artistic landmark but also as a visual introduction to the vast collection of American history housed within. Its abstract form invites interpretation, potentially symbolizing the infinite nature of historical progress or the boundless spirit of American innovation. The "Infinity" sculpture has become an integral part of the museum's exterior, blending art, history, and public space in the heart of Washington 's cultural corridor.
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Location: National Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
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