The artwork, entitled “Untitled (Kabal American Zephyr)”, was created by Robert Rauschenberg in 1983. It belongs to the Neo-Dada art movement and is categorized under the genre of installation.
The artwork comprises an arrangement of found objects that include an old metal chair and a vintage Royal Crown Cola sign with a thermometer attached. The chair appears weathered and rusted, indicative of its age and prior use. The Royal Crown Cola sign, painted predominantly in red and yellow with scarred and peeling surfaces, suggests a history of exposure and deterioration. Atop this assemblage, the thermometer’s position denotes it as an integral yet utilitarian part of the overall piece. The harmonization of these elements within the installation reflects Rauschenberg’s typical method of juxtaposing everyday materials to evoke new meanings and elicit responses about consumer culture and the passage of time.
