“Two Cubes (Demonstrating the Stereometric Method)” is a sculpture created in 1930 by the artist Naum Gabo. This piece is part of the Constructivism art movement and is presently housed at the Tate Modern in London, UK.
The artwork comprises two wooden cubes, each distinctly demonstrating the principles of stereometry as explored by Gabo. The first cube, on the left, is a solid form, complete and unbroken, representing the conventional perception of a cube as a three-dimensional object. To its right, the second cube is an open framework, characterized by an exposed and disassembled structure, allowing the viewers to perceive its interior spatial relations. The juxtaposition of the two forms invites contemplation on the nature of volume and space, quintessential themes within Constructivism. The minimalist aesthetic observed in the artwork is indicative of Gabo’s methodical approach to exploring fundamental geometric forms and spatial dynamics.
