Ed Ruscha – Mr. Ray c-print In this landmark work of

In this landmark work of conceptual photography

underscored by the handwritten phrase "The Whole Universe Surrenders

Drawing from diverse source material including nudes

numbered and titled

Ed Ruscha – Mr. Ray c-print In this landmark work ofEd Ruschas limited edition print Mr. Ray exemplifies his signature blend of text and image, presenting bold typography over a subtly textured ground. As a refined example of Ruschas contribution to text based art, the composition elevates a single phrase into a fully realized pictorial statement. Created in 1975, the artwork originated from a commission for a planned portfolio honoring Man Ray, organized by Luciano Anselmino Galeria il Fauno in Turin;