Sor Aqua (Venetian) 1973

"Sor Aqua (Venetian)" is a 1973 assemblage sculpture by Robert Rauschenberg, known for his innovative use of found objects. The artwork consists of a bathtub filled with water, suspended above it a jumbled arrangement of wood, metal, and fabric, connected by a string. The piece evokes a sense of precarious balance, challenging the viewer's perception of stability and order. The juxtaposition of everyday objects like the bathtub and the seemingly random assembly creates a sense of absurdity and questions the nature of artistic creation. Rauschenberg's signature style, often referred to as "Combine Painting", highlights the interplay between art and life, incorporating real-world objects into his artistic practice.