Ciphers and Constellations in Love with a Woman

Joan Miró

Created:
Movement:
1941
Surrealism
key Notes:
Surrealist Symbolism Abstract Forms
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Dimensions:
45.9 × 38 cm (18 1/8 × 15 in.)
medium:
Opaque watercolor with watercolor washes on ivory, rough textured wove paper
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Ciphers and Constellations in Love with a Woman by Joan Miró

Joan Miró's "Ciphers and Constellations in Love with a Woman," created in 1941, exemplifies the artist's innovative use of opaque watercolor with watercolor washes on ivory, rough-textured wove paper. This work is part of Miró's renowned "Constellations" series, which he developed during a period of political turmoil and personal introspection. The series is celebrated for its intricate interplay of abstract forms and symbols, reflecting Miró's exploration of the subconscious and his response to the chaos of World War II. Miró, a Catalan artist, was a pivotal figure in the Surrealist movement, known for his unique visual language that combined abstraction with elements of fantasy. His work significantly influenced the development of abstract expressionism and modern art. "Ciphers and Constellations in Love with a Woman" is a testament to Miró's ability to convey complex emotions and ideas through a minimalist yet evocative style.

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Ciphers and Constellations in Love with a Woman by Joan Miró

Created in 1941, Joan Miró's "Ciphers and Constellations in Love with a Woman" employs opaque watercolor with watercolor washes on ivory, rough-textured wove paper, showcasing his signature surrealist style characterized by abstract forms and symbolic imagery. The artwork is part of Miró's "Constellations" series, which reflects his exploration of cosmic themes and the subconscious during a period of personal and global turmoil.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Ciphers and Constellations in Love with a Woman