The Patty & Jay Baker Naples Museum of Art Ppesents Works by Robert Rauschenberg, rom the Dr. John B. and Frances C. Fenning Collection. Open January 12-March 20, 2011.
Robert Rauschenberg, Big and Little Bullys (Ruminations), 1999, Intaglio, 45 x 57 inches edition of 46 Art © Estate of Robert Rauschenberg/Licensed by VAGA, New York, NY
Robert Rauschenberg once said, “I don’t want a picture to look like something it isn’t. I want it to look like something it is. And I think a picture is more like the real world when it’s made out of the real world.” Consequently, it is not surprising that most of Rauschenberg’s works are a combination of mediums interlaced with objects and materials from everyday life.He accurately called these works “combines.” In the later part of his career, Rauschenberg (1925-2008) became best known for his work as an innovative printmaker, once again using various techniques and materials to stretch the boundaries of that medium. The exhibition features a variety of art from this American master.
Generously underwritten by Dolph & Sharon von Arx
Related lectures by Mary Lynn Kotz on January 22 and Dr. John B. & Frances C. Fenning on February 22.
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