Persimmon 1964

"Persimmon" is a 1964 silkscreen painting by Robert Rauschenberg that exemplifies his signature style of incorporating found objects and imagery into his artwork. This piece features a central image of a woman looking into a mirror, which Rauschenberg has overlaid with fragments of a city street scene, creating a layered and complex composition. The use of silkscreen printing, a technique that involves transferring ink through a screen onto a surface, allows Rauschenberg to integrate diverse elements, blurring the boundaries between painting, printmaking, and assemblage. This bold and dynamic work reflects the artist's fascination with the urban environment and his ability to synthesize disparate elements into a cohesive and thought-provoking whole.