Joan Miro Constellations Watercolor on Paper

Updated September 1, 2026

Title: Figure and Constellations Technique: Watercolor on paper Measures: 11 x 8 inches (27.9 x 20.3 cm) Year: Circa mid-20th century Surrealist period Condition: Good condition. The sheet presents vivid watercolor passages, fluid black linework, and scattered graphic elements throughout. Minor toning, creasing, surface wear, and handling marks consistent with age may be present. The paper appears stable and display-ready, retaining its spontaneous character and overall presentation. Provenance: Private collection, South Carolina. By family repute, the work was inherited with a collection of French decorative art and paintings assembled by the owner’s grandparents during European travels in the 1950s and 1960s. Precise acquisition details were not preserved. The above provenance reflects the ownership history that accompanied the artwork at the time it was received for cataloging. Visual Description: This playful abstract composition brings together a loosely rendered black figure, floating circular forms, starbursts, and vivid passages of primary color. A pale blue rectangular field anchors the central figure, whose rounded head and extended limbs are articulated through expressive black brushwork. Vertical strokes of yellow and blue rise along the left side beside a sweeping red curve, while smaller accents of green, orange, pink, and blue appear throughout the sheet. Fine linear grids, scattered circles, and constellation-like symbols create a lively balance between gesture, geometry, and imagined celestial imagery. Bears an inscription reading “Miró” near the lower right. This composition reflects stylistic elements commonly associated with major figures in modern and contemporary art. For additional information regarding certification, provenance, or any inquiries about this piece or other items, please don't hesitate to contact us through the HiBid platform. A secondary market exists for uncatalogued artworks like this one, which often results in lower estimated and sale prices compared to catalogued artist works. If you have any specific questions or require further assistance in understanding the value, context, or details of this artwork, we are here to help and provide any additional information you may need. price point than authenticated works by that artist, which may command significantly higher prices in the established fine-art market. Offered “in the style of” the named artist, the work should be appreciated and valued on its own merits as a hand-created piece inspired by an important artistic tradition. It provides an accessible way to acquire a visually compelling artwork reflecting the aesthetic qualities associated with a celebrated artist without the price expectations attached to an authenticated work.

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