Lotus III (The Lotus Series) 2008

"Lotus III (The Lotus Series)" is a 2008 work by renowned American artist Robert Rauschenberg (1925-2008). This piece exemplifies Rauschenberg's signature Combines style, characterized by the incorporation of diverse found objects and images into his artwork. The piece is comprised of various photographic images, including a Chinese temple, a weathered building, and a metal anvil. The photographic elements are juxtaposed in a way that challenges conventional notions of composition and narrative, creating a unique and visually arresting collage.