“Roundabout (Scenario)” by Robert Rauschenberg, created in 2005, is a collage that falls within the Pop Art movement and is part of the Scenario series from 2005-2006. This figurative artwork utilizes various images to weave a narrative that is emblematic of Rauschenberg’s dynamic and eclectic style.
The artwork exhibits a compilation of everyday scenes and objects, cobbled together to create a vibrant visual tapestry. Elements such as a platter of tomatoes, street scenes, and various urban motifs are juxtaposed against one another. Each segment of the collage appears meticulously chosen, contributing to an overall sense of motion and public life. The abstract use of imagery and the seamless blend of disparate photographs reflect the Pop Art aesthetic, capturing the essence of contemporary reality through Rauschenberg’s unique lens.