Record details

• generalData.authorNameInListings

  Joan Miró (1893-1983)

• generalData.title

  Composition

• generalData.creationDate

  1931

• technicalData.measurements

  14,5 x 19,5 cm (amb marc 32 x 35,5 x 4,5 cm)

• technicalData.description

  Oil on wood

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  This work by Joan Miró, dated 1931, exemplifies his signature exploration of biomorphic forms and abstracted symbols. The painting features a textured surface, incorporating sand and other materials, which adds a tactile quality to the composition and conveys Miró's experimental approach to medium. The muted, earthy tones punctuated by vibrant reds, yellows, and purples reflect his desire to explore harmony through contrast. The delicate, linear forms and surreal motifs suggest a dreamlike or subconscious narrative.
  
  During the 1930s, Miró's art underwent a significant evolution. This period marked his transition from the influence of Fauvism and Cubism toward a more individualistic style rooted in surrealism. His works often incorporated symbolic language, reflecting his interest in dreams, poetry, and the subconscious, aligning with the broader surrealist movement led by André Breton.
  
  This particular piece resonates with Miró's experiments in combining organic and geometric shapes to evoke a mystical or enigmatic atmosphere.