This lot consists of a framed mixed media (gouache, ink and watercolor) painting on paper, in the modern abstract style of artist Joan Miro (Spanish, 1893-1983). Hand inscription at bottom right reads, "Miro". This abstract image suggests a playful and avant garde sensibility. Heavy black and jewel-toned forms seem to float through a clouded, ethereal space. A dynamic and lively addition to any collection. Executed in an abstract, curvilinear style. Overall framed dimensions measure approximately 25" x 21" / Image sight measures approximately 11.25" x 8.5".

Joan Miro was born in Barcelona, Spain on April 20, 1893, the son of a watchmaker. From 1912, Miro studied at the Barcelona Ecole des Beaux-Arts and the Academie Gali. In the first quarter of the 20th century, Barcelona was a cosmopolitan, intellectual city with a craving for the new in art, music and literature. But it was not the place where great art was being made. That place was Paris -- and Miro established himself there at the age of twenty-six.

Once there, Miro made friends with Pablo Picasso, Alexander Calder, Ernest Hemingway, Max Ernst and Paul Klee, and quickly became an adopted member of the Surrealist set. Miro lived alone in Paris in total poverty, but every time he went out, he wore a monocle and white spats. He kept his brushes clean, waxed and polished the floor of his studio and arranged his canvases in neat order.

PROVENANCE:
Private Collection

DIMENSIONS:
Overall framed dimensions measure approximately 25" x 21" / Image sight measures approximately 11.25" x 8.5".

PLEASE NOTE: Lots that do not carry established documented provenance nor any past auction record are described in this catalog as "in the style of". Authentication of the artwork has not been established nor is it implied. Authentication of any stamps or labels has not been established nor is it implied. Pieces are being sold "As Is". No additional information regarding provenance will be provided after the auction.

Definition of "in the style of" is as follows:
The work may be ascribed to the artist on the basis of style, but the actual authorship is unknown.

Overall excellent condition.