Gold Standard 1964

Robert Rauschenberg's "Gold Standard" (1964) is an assemblage of mixed media, including paint, found objects, and a small, white porcelain dog, creating a complex composition with elements of Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art. The work is displayed on a large, folding screen, typical of Asian art, further referencing the influence of different cultures on Rauschenberg's style. The combination of abstract and representational elements, along with the use of found objects, highlights the artist's exploration of the relationship between art and everyday life, and the constant dialogue between various artistic movements during the 1960s.