Description:A delightfully jovial piece, the playful and childlike nature in Miro’s work resonates in this richly colored image. With active lines and twittering forms, the energy and activity in this piece is endlessly engaging.
Created in 1958, this original color lithograph was inspired by an early painting, similarly titled from 1947. It is signed by Miro in pencil in the lower right and numbered 163/300 in the lower left. This piece is also referenced as Rosee Matinale au Claire de Lune. Printed by Crommelynck, Paris, the blindstamp appears in the lower left margin. This work is documented in the Maeght archives as Maeght 1713.
Vivid white figuration and whimsical imagery is delightfully accentuated by the rich black background. Preserved in wonderful condition, this piece is a miraculous testament to Miro’s signature style. With painterly application, the color aquatint technique brings a fresh and vibrant quality to the work. This work was created with gradual complexity, which shows Miró’s intuitive skill and poetic use of line, texture, and color.
Catalogue Raisonné & COA:
It is fully documented and referenced in the below catalogue raisonnés and texts (copies will be enclosed as added documentation with the invoices that will accompany the final sale of the work) :
1. Dupin, Jacques. Joan Miro Catalogue Raisonne Paintings, Vol III, painting referenced as cat. no. 814 on page 120.
2. Documented in Maeght archives as Maeght 1713.
About the Framing:
Conservation framed in a brilliant black and gold Spanish style frame. Repeating organic leafy roundels compliment the energetic spiral forms within the lithograph. The frame includes a white, linen-wrapped mat with matching gold inner fillet, and set behind an archival Plexiglas® cover.
