Model for 'Construction in Space, Suspended' 1965

Naum Gabo created this model for 'Construction in Space, Suspended' using plastic. The delicate, translucent materials form a dynamic interplay between solid structure and ethereal openness. Gabo's Constructivist roots are evident in his choice to reveal the sculpture's internal framework. Notice how the geometric precision is softened by the subtle curves and the organic way light filters through the interwoven strands. This intertwining suggests a philosophy that seeks to redefine sculpture, not as mass, but as a system of spatial relationships. The sculpture challenges our perceptions of form and volume. It invites us to consider how art can be both tangible and immaterial, grounded and weightless, creating a dialogue between the artwork and the space it occupies. In essence, Gabo invites us to explore the poetics of space.