Joan Miro
Lithographie Originale V (Abstract, Modern, Surrealism, Colorful, Iconic)
Color Lithograph
Year: 1977
Size: 12.5 × 9.6 inches
Framed: 18.25 x 15.5 x 1 inches
Catalogue Raisonné: Teixidor, Miro Lithographe III, 1964-1969
Publisher: Maeght Editeur, Paris, France
Verso: Typographically annotated: 'Joan Miro - Lithographie originale V'
Unsigned, Unknown Edition Size
Gallery issued COA provided

**Black wooden frame with museum glass (anti-reflective / AR). Could ship without frame. Please inquire.
**Condition: Very good; image intact, deep colors. No tearing, soiling, staining or creasing.

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Joan Miró (1893–1983) was a Spanish painter, sculptor, and ceramicist known for his unique style that combined surrealism, abstraction, and vibrant colors. Born in Barcelona, Miró was heavily influenced by Catalan culture, as well as movements like Fauvism and Cubism. In the 1920s, he moved to Paris, where he became associated with the Surrealist group. His art is marked by organic forms, playful shapes, and a sense of whimsy, often incorporating elements of the subconscious and imagination. Works like "The Harlequin’s Carnival" (1924-1925) showcase his dreamlike and fantastical style, characterized by biomorphic shapes and a vibrant color palette.

Miró’s artistic evolution involved a deliberate rebellion against conventional painting methods, which he described as an "assassination of painting." This ethos is evident in his experiments with different mediums, including collage, lithography, sculpture, and ceramics. By the 1940s and 1950s, Miró's work became increasingly abstract, moving towards minimalism while still retaining his signature motifs of stars, moons, birds, and whimsical characters. His approach significantly influenced abstract expressionism and other modern art movements, emphasizing the emotional power of color and form.

Throughout his career, Joan Miró exhibited internationally, gaining widespread acclaim. His legacy is preserved in institutions like the Fundació Joan Miró in Barcelona, dedicated to his work. Miró’s innovative use of shapes, colors, and forms has left a lasting mark on modern art, making him one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century.