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JOAN MIRÓ -“Plate VII”-1966- Original lithograph from the “Ubu Roi” portfolio

Artist: Joan Miró

Title: “Plate VII”

Year: 1966

Technique: Lithograph

Dimensions: 88 x 74 cm (including frame with passepartout)

Details: An unsigned lithograph from the signed ‘Ubu Roi’ portfolio.

Joan Miró’s lithograph “Plate VII” is part of the “Ubu Roi” portfolio, created in 1966. This series consists of thirteen lithographs, inspired by Alfred Jarry’s play “Ubu Roi,” which is known for its absurd and satirical nature.

Miró’s “Plate VII” showcases his distinctive abstract style, characterized by bold colors, dynamic shapes, and playful forms. The artwork reflects Miró’s ability to blend surrealism with abstract expressionism, creating a visual language that is both whimsical and profound.

The “Ubu Roi” series is a testament to Miró’s fascination with the absurd and his ability to translate literary themes into visual art.

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Joan Miró (1893-1983) was a Catalan Spanish painter, sculptor, and ceramicist known for his unique style that combined abstract art with Surrealist fantasy. His work is characterized by vibrant colors, organic forms, and playful, dream-like imagery.

Miró was influenced by a variety of artists and movements throughout his career:

Paul Cézanne: Miró admired Cézanne’s approach to form and structure.

Vincent van Gogh: The emotional intensity and use of color in Van Gogh’s work had a significant impact on Miró.

Cubism and Fauvism: Early in his career, Miró was influenced by these movements, particularly the works of Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse.

Surrealism: Miró became associated with the Surrealist movement, drawing inspiration from André Breton and other Surrealist artists.

Miró collaborated with several notable artists and writers:

Pablo Picasso: Although they had different styles, Miró and Picasso shared a mutual respect and influenced each other’s work.

André Breton: As a key figure in the Surrealist movement, Breton’s ideas significantly influenced Miró’s approach to art.

Alexander Calder: Miró and Calder developed a close friendship and influenced each other’s work, particularly in the realm of sculpture.

Miró’s work can be compared to several other artists:

Salvador Dalí: Both were prominent figures in the Surrealist movement, though their styles were distinct.

Paul Klee: Like Miró, Klee’s work often featured whimsical, abstract forms and a playful use of color.