Rainbow

Rainbow, 1993, a lithograph by R.C. Gorman, depicts a woman reclining on high desert earth wrapped in brilliant crimson-magenta fabric, gazing upward toward a spectacular rainbow arcing through storm clouds against a clearing blue sky. The atmospheric drama contrasts the warmth of earth and garment with the cool purples and blues of the sky, creating a composition rich in symbolism. The rainbow, a traditional symbol of hope and beauty in Southwestern cultures, becomes a visual metaphor for transcendence and spiritual renewal. Gorman’s handling of light and atmosphere elevates this beyond mere representation to profound metaphysical statement. A museum-quality work highly sought by serious collectors.