Photoengraving/Etching on Paper - Hand signed and numbered by the artist

Certificate by James Rosenquist, created in 1962, is a limited edition etching that exemplifies the artist's early exploration of abstraction and photorealism. The print features a central image that appears to capture a fragment of an arm and a fist, enclosed within a roughly etched frame. The surrounding area is filled with dynamic, scratchy lines that contrast with the precise and almost photographic nature of the central image. This interplay of textures and techniques reflects Rosenquist’s engagement with fragmented imagery, a hallmark of his work influenced by Pop Art. The piece is hand-signed and numbered, emphasizing its limited and collectible nature. This work highlights the artist’s skill in merging photography and etching to explore themes of perception and representation.