The X 1965

"The X" is a minimalist sculpture created by Ronald Bladen in 1965. The sculpture is composed of a simple geometric form, a large, black, X shape created from flat steel plates. The sculpture's minimalist aesthetic emphasizes the geometric form and its relationship to space, a key characteristic of Minimalist art. Bladen, who was born in 1918 and died in 1988, explored the interplay of shape and space through his sculptures, often creating monumental works that engage viewers on a physical level.