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Robert Rauschenberg: Pop Art Pioneer

The documentary profiles American artist Robert Rauschenberg, renowned for his innovative and multifaceted impact on the art world, inspiring a multitude of artists in the second half of the 20th century.

The artist Robert Rauschenberg was a pioneer who connected the abstract expressionist movement of the 1950s to the pop art movement of the 1960s, winning the Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale in 1964. He is renowned for his "combines," which transformed everyday objects into high art, and continued to create innovative works until his death in 2008, collaborating with various professionals across disciplines.

Info about Robert Rauschenberg: Pop Art Pioneer

Studio(s): British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

Originally Released: United States, Dec 10, 2016

Genres:Documentary