JOAN MIRO (1893-1983), ATTRIBUTED TO, OIL ON BOARD

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Lot number	191
Estimate	10,000.00 - 15,000.00 USD
Category	Fine Art & Prints
Auction	Sep Fine Arts, Antiques & Collectibles
Date	September 16, 2026 at 7:23 PM EDT
Auction house	YaShawn Auction House
Location	Somerville, Massachusetts

Image Size: 13 by 9 9/16 inches (33 by 24.5cm) All measurements are approximate. Framed dimensions: 18 5/8 by 15 in (47.3 by 38.3cm) Signed (reverse) Joan Mir?? (1893-1983) was one of the most influential Surrealist artists of the 20th century, known for his whimsical symbols, free-flowing lines, and vibrant color palette. His work merged elements of abstraction, dreamlike imagery, and Catalan folk traditions, forming a highly distinctive visual language. Mir??'s paintings are housed in premier institutions such as MoMA, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Centre Pompidou, and Tate Modern, while also commanding record-breaking prices in the international auction market. By 1933, Mir?? was undergoing a crucial transformation in his artistic career, shifting from representational Surrealism to a more abstract and experimental approach. This painting exemplifies his mastery of fluid linework and dynamic color composition while maintaining his signature symbolic language. The deep green background serves as a foundation for a constellation of geometric forms and sweeping black lines that seem to float weightlessly. Vivid red, blue, yellow, black, and white patches punctuate the composition, establishing a rhythmic interplay of color and movement. Mir??'s use of color is bold and expressive, favoring highly saturated primary hues to create striking visual contrasts. In this piece, red, blue, yellow, black, and white dominate the composition, standing out dramatically against the darker background. These pure colors contribute to the work's sense of spontaneity and dreamlike abstraction. Compositionally, Mir?? employs fluid black lines that weave effortlessly through the canvas, connecting various biomorphic shapes and surreal forms. The dynamic arrangement evokes the sensation of weightlessness, as if the elements are drifting in an infinite space. Recognizable motifs such as an eye, a distorted hand, and organic structures emerge from the abstraction, adding an enigmatic quality to the piece. This unique balance between spontaneity and structure is a hallmark of Mir??'s artistic vision. ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS, REFUNDS, OR CANCELLATIONS. Condition and Authenticity: Any statement in the catalogue, condition report, photographs, video, invoice, or other written or oral communication regarding the origin, date, age, attribution, authorship, authenticity, provenance, material, condition, or estimated selling price of any lot is a statement of opinion only. Such statements do not constitute a representation, warranty, guarantee, or assumption of liability by YaShawn Auction House in relation to the lot. All bidders are strongly encouraged to examine the lot, review all available photographs and information, request additional images or condition reports, and conduct their own independent research before bidding. The absence of any reference to

JOAN MIRO (1893-1983), ATTRIBUTED TO, OIL ON BOARD

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