JOAN MIRO-Sculpture I (!Discount !)(Unframed original lithograph)Modernist Surrealist Abstraction/Publisher Leon Amiel,printer MAEGHT Paris/

This original 1974 lithograph is preserved in its authentic vintage state. It exhibits light scattered foxing (natural age-related oxidation spots) across the archival paper. Far from being a defect, this natural patina is a prestigious sign of its 50-year-old history and serves as a definitive mark of its original mid-century provenance. The colors remain remarkably vibrant and the structural integrity of the heavy-weight vellum paper is excellent.

- Beautiful lithograph
- by Joan Miro
- with watermark
- format 75 x 56 cm (29.5 x 22.0 inches)
- Publisher: Leon Amiel (New York / Israel)
- Printer: Arte Adrien Maeght (Paris)
- Reference: Mourlot 948 / Cramer 181

We ship this artwork securely packaged in a roll.

About the Artwork:

"Sculpture I" is a monumental original color lithograph created in 1974 by the legendary master Joan Miró. This large-scale masterpiece, measuring an impressive 75 x 56 cm, represents the peak of Miró’s rhythmic and symbolic visual language from the renowned "Sculptures" suite.

The Architecture of Dreams:

Miró was motivated by the raw energy of three-dimensional forms. In this composition, the massive black biomorphic shapes act as architectural anchors for a vibrant dance of primary colors. It is an exploration of the unconscious, where every splatter (crachis) and bold line represents the pulse of cosmic freedom.


A Statement of Scale:

Unlike smaller book editions, this large-format lithograph captures the grandiosity of Miró's late-career vision. Printed by the masters at Arte Adrien Maeght in Paris, it features an authentic vintage patina, confirming its prestigious history and adding a layer of sophisticated antique character.


A Blue-Chip Investment:

Joan Miró remains a pillar of global modernism. This authentic 1974 work is a prestigious fine art investment, bringing the timeless spirit of surrealist joy and museum-grade elegance into any world-class interior.

Biography:

Joan Miró (1893–1983) was more than an artist; he was a revolutionary who sought to "assassinate" traditional painting to build a universe of symbols and unbridled imagination. As a giant of Surrealism, this Catalan master transformed the subconscious into a playful alphabet of lines, stars, and primary colors.

A Visual Language of Joy
Miró’s work is a celebration of poetic simplicity. His signature use of vibrant blues, reds, and yellows, balanced by delicate black calligraphy, creates a rhythmic harmony that bridges the gap between primitive art and modern sophistication. Each composition is a "living map" of a world where birds, women, and celestial bodies dance in total freedom.

Graphic Mastery and Legacy
Internationally acclaimed for his lithographs and etchings, Miró’s graphic output is a cornerstone of 20th-century art. His works are held in the world’s most prestigious institutions, including MoMA and Tate Modern. Acquiring a piece by Joan Miró is a prestigious commitment to preserving a fragment of human genius—a sophisticated fine art investment that radiates timeless energy and modern elegance.