{"id":992,"date":"2026-02-07T06:57:36","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T06:57:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arttao.net\/?page_id=992"},"modified":"2026-02-07T17:56:47","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T17:56:47","slug":"b2-5-cross-shape","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/arttao.net\/en\/b2-5%e3%80%81%e5%8d%81%e5%ad%97%e5%bd%a2\/","title":{"rendered":"B2-5, Cross shape"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"619\" src=\"https:\/\/arttao.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/CARMENHERRERA-1024x619.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-993\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arttao.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/CARMENHERRERA-1024x619.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arttao.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/CARMENHERRERA-600x363.jpg 600w, https:\/\/arttao.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/CARMENHERRERA-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arttao.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/CARMENHERRERA-768x464.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arttao.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/CARMENHERRERA.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><br>5. Cross shape<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/arttao.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Radio-Song-Sticker-by-Waikikipokeitalia.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-994\" style=\"width:62px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the basic geometric symbol system, the cross is a highly structured and clearly defined form. It consists of two mutually perpendicular axes, clearly dividing space into four directions and four regions. Compared with the continuous whole of the circle, the closed stability of the square, and the directional tension of the triangle, the core feature of the cross lies in &quot;intersection.&quot; It does not emphasize boundaries, but rather the meeting and bifurcation of relationships at the central point. This structural characteristic directly lays the foundation for its symbolic meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Geometrically, the cross is an axial structure. The intersection of horizontal and vertical lines simultaneously organizes and divides space. Therefore, the cross possesses a strong directional and positioning function: up and down, left and right, front and back are clearly distinguished within this structure. This clear directional division often associates the cross with order, positioning, and structural coordinates on a symbolic level. However, this symbolism does not stem from cultural conventions, but rather from its geometric composition&#039;s direct ability to organize space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/arttao.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Radio-Song-Sticker-by-Waikikipokeitalia.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-994\" style=\"width:63px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The center point of a cross holds special significance. All axes converge here, forming a highly concentrated structural node. This center is not a physical entity, but rather the point where relationships converge. Therefore, the cross is often symbolically associated with &quot;intersections,&quot; &quot;key nodes,&quot; or &quot;structural hubs.&quot; It does not represent a specific object, but rather the location where relationships occur. This makes the cross an important geometric symbol for expressing system structure, logical intersections, and relational transformations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the level of tension, the cross shape simultaneously embodies stability and conflict. The vertical and horizontal axes counterbalance each other, maintaining the overall balance of the structure; however, the right angle between the axes also implies strong opposition and division. It is precisely this opposition within balance that gives the cross shape its significant structural tension. It is neither fluid nor closed, but rather a stable structure that is constantly in a state of relational confrontation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cross shape also possesses a significant distributive function. It divides the overall space into several equivalent regions, yet maintains overall unity through the center. This characteristic makes the cross shape often associated symbolically with ordered distribution, systematic classification, or the starting point of structural hierarchy. In geometric symbol systems, the cross shape is often used as a structural coordinate or spatial reference, rather than as an independent image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/arttao.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Radio-Song-Sticker-by-Waikikipokeitalia.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-994\" style=\"width:65px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Compared to other geometric shapes, the symbolism of the cross is highly dependent on its relational context. A cross standing alone emphasizes the axis and center; when the cross is repeated, rotated, or embedded in a grid system, its symbolism shifts towards systematicity and expansiveness. This indicates that the cross is not a fixed symbol, but rather a highly relational structural symbol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, in the symbolic analysis of basic geometric symbols, the cross does not symbolize a specific concept or narrative content, but rather a geometric form concerning the intersection of relationships, spatial organization, and structural positioning. Through the intersection of axes, it leads geometry from a closed form to a structural network, enabling abstract art to clearly express order, direction, and systemic relationships. It is an indispensable structural core in the geometric symbol system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/arttao.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/art16.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1017\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:300px;border-top-right-radius:300px;border-bottom-left-radius:300px;border-bottom-right-radius:300px;width:77px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\r\n        <div class=\"arttao-tts-wrap\" data-selector=\".entry-content p, .entry-content li, .arttao-tts-source-content p\" style=\"margin:12px 0;\">\r\n          <audio id=\"arttao-tts-audio\" controls preload=\"none\" style=\"width:100%; max-width:800px;\"><\/audio>\r\n          <div id=\"arttao-tts-status\" style=\"font-size:13px; margin-top:6px; color:#F7FFFF;\"><\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <details class=\"arttao-tts-accordion\" style=\"margin: 20px 0;\">\r\n            <summary>Lessons B2-5: Symbolic Analysis of Basic Geometric Symbols - Square Cross (Click to view and listen to the reading)<\/summary>\r\n            <div class=\"arttao-tts-source-content\">\r\n                <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the basic geometric symbol system, the cross is a highly structured and clearly defined form. It consists of two perpendicular axes, clearly dividing space into four directions and four regions. Compared to the continuous whole of the circle, the closed stability of the square, and the directional tension of the triangle, the core characteristic of the cross lies in its &quot;intersection.&quot; It does not emphasize boundaries, but rather the meeting and branching of relationships at the central point; this structural characteristic directly lays the foundation for its symbolic meaning. Geometrically, the cross is an axial structure. The horizontal and vertical intersections simultaneously organize and divide space. Therefore, the cross possesses a strong directional and positioning function: up and down, left and right, front and back are clearly distinguished within this structure. This clear directional division often associates the cross symbolically with order, positioning, and structural coordinates. However, this symbolism does not stem from cultural conventions, but rather from its geometric composition&#039;s direct organizational ability of space. The central point of the cross has special significance. All axes converge here, forming a highly concentrated structural node. This center is not a physical entity, but rather the convergence point of relationships. Therefore, the cross symbolically is often associated with &quot;intersections,&quot; &quot;key nodes,&quot; or &quot;structural hubs.&quot; It does not represent a specific object, but rather the location where a relationship occurs. This makes the cross an important geometric symbol for expressing system structure, logical intersections, and relational transformations. At the level of tension, the cross simultaneously embodies stability and conflict. The vertical and horizontal axes counterbalance each other, maintaining overall structural equilibrium; however, the right angles between the axes also imply strong opposition and division. It is precisely this opposition within balance that gives the cross its significant structural tension. It is neither fluid nor closed, but a stable structure continuously in relational confrontation. The cross also possesses a significant distributive function. It divides the overall space into several equivalent regions, yet maintains overall unity through the center. This characteristic often associates the cross symbolically with ordered distribution, systemic classification, or the starting point of structural hierarchy. In geometric symbol systems, the cross is often used as a structural coordinate or spatial reference rather than an independent image. Compared to other geometric forms, the symbolism of the cross is highly dependent on its relational context. A cross existing alone emphasizes the axis and center; when the cross is repeated, rotated, or embedded in a grid system, its symbolic meaning shifts towards systematicity and extensibility. This demonstrates that the cross shape is not a fixed symbol, but rather a highly relational structural symbol. Therefore, in the symbolic analysis of basic geometric symbols, the cross shape does not symbolize a specific concept or narrative content, but rather a geometric form concerning the intersection of relationships, spatial organization, and structural positioning. Through the intersection of axes, it leads geometry from a closed form to a structural network, enabling abstract art to clearly express order, direction, and systemic relationships. It is an indispensable structural core in the geometric symbol system.<\/p>\n\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/details><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>5\u3001\u5341\u5b57\u5f62 \u5728\u57fa\u672c\u51e0\u4f55\u7b26\u53f7\u4f53\u7cfb\u4e2d\uff0c\u5341\u5b57\u5f62\u662f\u4e00\u79cd\u9ad8\u5ea6\u7ed3\u6784\u5316\u3001\u5173\u7cfb\u660e\u786e\u7684\u5f62\u6001\u3002\u5b83\u7531\u4e24\u6761\u76f8\u4e92\u5782\u76f4\u7684\u8f74\u7ebf\u6784\u6210\uff0c\u5c06\u7a7a\u95f4\u6e05 [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_crdt_document":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-992","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/arttao.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/992","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/arttao.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/arttao.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/arttao.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/arttao.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=992"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/arttao.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/992\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1018,"href":"https:\/\/arttao.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/992\/revisions\/1018"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/arttao.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=992"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}