Object X 1970

"Object X" is a 1970 artwork by Romanian artist Romul Nutiu (1932-2012), composed of three geometric shapes (an arch, a cube, and a smaller, rectangular prism) connected by a thin, vertical structure. Each shape is covered in a thick, abstract paint layer, dominated by swirling lines and patches of brown, grey, purple, and white, reminiscent of the 1960s-era Abstract Expressionist style. The artwork evokes a sense of organic growth and complexity, with its irregular lines and shapes seeming to twist and turn like a vine. The work's placement on a light-colored floor and against a white wall helps to emphasize the abstract patterns and vibrant colors.