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Perfection, Way, Origin (La perfection, le chemin, l'origine)

Terry Winters, Jean Starobinski, Universal Limited Art Editions, Universal Limited Art Editions · 2001 · illustrated book with twenty-eight etchings on wove Lana Gravure paper, supplementary suite of ten etchings on wove Ruscombe Mill paper, and folio with original French text ·  Accession ID  2022.35.77.A-C

The image shows overlapping shapes and lines forming an abstract composition. The lines and forms suggest scenes of urban structures and figures. Fragmented images in the upper section include a shadowy silhouette of a man's torso overlapping a cityscape. To the left, there are representations of buildings and a horse blending architectural features with animal forms. In the lower right, swirling dark forms and faintly visible numbered elements evoke industrial machinery or old architectural facades. The composition includes familiar objects like buildings, animals, and a man's form within an abstract configuration.
Robert Rauschenberg, Craig Zammiello, Nancy Mesenbourg, Lorena Salcedo-Watson, Brian Berry, Universal Limited Art Editions, Eagle Eye, 1999, color photogravure on Arches En Tout Cas wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2002.42.4

Eagle Eye

Robert Rauschenberg, Craig Zammiello, Nancy Mesenbourg, Lorena Salcedo-Watson, Brian Berry, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1999 · color photogravure on Arches En Tout Cas wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.42.4

The image displays abstract shapes and lines in grey and brown tones. Silhouetted figures resembling athletes in motion are present. Ink splashes and blotches add texture, with dark lines and shaded areas suggesting a playfield. The composition conveys movement and athleticism within an abstract landscape.
Robert Rauschenberg, Craig Zammiello, Brian Berry, Nancy Mesenbourg, Universal Limited Art Editions, Ace, 1999, color photogravure on wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2002.42.1

Ace

Robert Rauschenberg, Craig Zammiello, Brian Berry, Nancy Mesenbourg, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1999 · color photogravure on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.42.1

The image features a collection of overlapping shapes and lines. In the upper left, a rectangular shape encloses the image of a young child reaching upward. To the right, an irregular, cloud-like form contains a partially obscured face. Below these, the lower section is dominated by the figure of a reclining woman, draped in flowing clothing amidst swirling patterns. The entire composition blends different photographic elements.
Robert Rauschenberg, Craig Zammiello, Bruce Wankel, Brian Berry, Douglas Volle, Jihong Shi, Universal Limited Art Editions, 'topher, 1999, color photogravure on Hahnemühle Copperplate wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2002.42.9

'topher

Robert Rauschenberg, Craig Zammiello, Bruce Wankel, Brian Berry, Douglas Volle, Jihong Shi, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1999 · color photogravure on Hahnemühle Copperplate wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.42.9

The image displays a blend of sweeping, dark curves and lines that overlap various forms, creating an abstract composition. Vague outlines in the form of curving shapes may resemble familiar objects like a vintage car with a visible grille and headlamps, alongside a figure that seems to lean against the side of the vehicle. Within another part of the image, the profile of a person appears as they look out a window similarly presented in a mixture of shadowy swirls and indistinct shapes. The composition is a combination of textures that evoke imagery akin to photographic collages.
Robert Rauschenberg, Brian Berry, Jihong Shi, Doug Bennett, Universal Limited Art Editions, John, 1999, color photogravure on Lana Gravure wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2002.42.7

John

Robert Rauschenberg, Brian Berry, Jihong Shi, Doug Bennett, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1999 · color photogravure on Lana Gravure wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.42.7

The image is a composite artwork featuring various photographic elements. On the left side, there is a portrait of a woman with her upper body visible, positioned in a relaxed manner with her hand resting gently on her chin. Her hair is styled neatly, and she has distinct facial features, including expressive eyes and a subtle smile. She is wearing a light, long-sleeved top. Surrounding her image is a green, textured background that blends into the other elements. To the right, a collage of more faded black and white images shows several people in different poses, including close-up shots of smiling faces and a more distant view of a group embracing. On the far right, there is a smaller, separate photo of two adults, one holding a child, all dressed in light-colored clothing. The overall background of the image is a plain, neutral tone, providing a stark contrast that highlights the layered and faded photographic elements.
Robert Rauschenberg, Brian Berry, Doug Bennett, Universal Limited Art Editions, Ileana, 1999, color photogravure on Somerset wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2002.42.5

Ileana

Robert Rauschenberg, Brian Berry, Doug Bennett, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1999 · color photogravure on Somerset wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.42.5

This is a painting of a collage of four images on a textured background. The artwork consists of four photographs incorporated into the composition, each with varying levels of clarity and within uniquely shaped frames that appear to be formed from splashes of ink. The images include individuals posed in different settings, such as in casual clothing and within an indoor environment, as well as a domestic landscape with a tree and building in the background. The overall presentation combines photographic realism with abstract forms creating a dynamic interplay between image and medium.
Robert Rauschenberg, Brian Berry, Craig Zammiello, Lorena Salcedo-Watson, Universal Limited Art Editions, Tanya, 1999, color photogravure on J. Barcham Green Copperplate wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2002.42.8

Tanya

Robert Rauschenberg, Brian Berry, Craig Zammiello, Lorena Salcedo-Watson, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1999 · color photogravure on J. Barcham Green Copperplate wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.42.8

The image is a collage of multiple sepia-toned and blue-tinted photographs showing various people. In the upper left, there's a sepia photograph of a smiling girl shown from the waist up, wearing a dress with wavy hair. Below her, a sepia image displays a young girl in a short dress standing next to a boy, both dressed in casual clothing, with foliage in the background. In the upper center, there's a blue-tinted image of a woman wearing a gown and a tiara, holding flowers, posing with her body slightly turned to the side and smiling over her shoulder. On the right side, another blue-tinted photograph shows a woman with a smooth pulled-back hairstyle, head and shoulders visible, wearing a dark top with a light-colored collar, posed with a young child who is facing forward, mostly showing their upper body. The background of the collage is a plain off-white color with some spots and splash patterns around the photographs, and there is writing on the bottom left of the image, including the signature "RAUSCHENBERG" and the numbers "8/46 90".
Robert Rauschenberg, Brian Berry, Doug Bennett, Nancy Mesenbourg, Bubba's Sister, 1999, color photogravure on J. Barcham Green wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2002.42.3

Bubba's Sister

Robert Rauschenberg, Brian Berry, Doug Bennett, Nancy Mesenbourg · 1999 · color photogravure on J. Barcham Green wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.42.3

The image shows irregular dark watercolor blotches forming an organic shape across the center of the canvas. Within this design, there are elements resembling the American flag pattern and a photographic element of a man seated with a contemplative posture. The blending of fluid lines and details suggests a connection between abstraction and realism in a unified piece.
Robert Rauschenberg, Doug Bennett, Brian Berry, Universal Limited Art Editions, Jap, 1999, photogravure in black on Arches Cover wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2002.42.6

Jap

Robert Rauschenberg, Doug Bennett, Brian Berry, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1999 · photogravure in black on Arches Cover wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.42.6

The image consists of overlapping rectangles and smudged lines. In the top left corner, there is a rectangular shape resembling fabric with horizontal lines. In the center, there is a rectangle with a black-and-white image of a vintage building with pedestrians. Below it are amorphous brush-like strokes and gray shapes, with a silhouette resembling a dog. On the right side, there is a rectangle with layered portraits of a man and a woman in conversation. The piece has a textured, collage-like quality.
Robert Rauschenberg, Brian Berry, Craig Zammiello, Nancy Mesenbourg, Universal Limited Art Editions, Big and Little Bullys, 1999, color photogravure on Lavis Fidelis En Tout Cas wove paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2002.42.2

Big and Little Bullys

Robert Rauschenberg, Brian Berry, Craig Zammiello, Nancy Mesenbourg, Universal Limited Art Editions · 1999 · color photogravure on Lavis Fidelis En Tout Cas wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.42.2