Declare Quote by Robert Rauschenberg
“If I declare it to be so, then this is a portrait.”
About This Quote
Source Statement: Robert Rauschenberg, 1970s art manifesto
Defining something as a portrait asserts its identity and existence.
In simple terms: Labeling creates reality.
Recognize the power of naming.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- visual arts
- gallery curation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does naming do to meaning?
- Can a work transcend its label?
Labels can limit interpretation.