Untitled

1938

Joan Miró

Associated Names
Joan Miró

Artist, Spanish, 1893 - 1983

Atelier 17

Printer

The image shows abstract lines and shapes creating a complex design. There is a crescent-like shape with radial lines, a vertical line leading to a central circular form with extending lines, a swirl of loops and swirls, star-like shapes, and a textured, cloud-like area at the bottom.
This object’s media is not available for download. Contact us about image usage.
Not on view See artworks now on view

Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

See all 6 artworks
This is a photograph of a vintage page from a program or publication. The page features text aligned centrally, starting with the word "SOLIDARITÉ" at the top in a bold font. Beneath this, a star symbol is followed by "Poème de" and "PAUL ELUARD" indicating the poem creator, and "Gravures de" listing a series of notable artists, including Pablo Picasso and Joan Miro among others. At the bottom of the page is another star, and the date "AVRIL 1938."

Solidarité

Various Artists, Paul Éluard, Brian Coffey

1938

The image displays an assortment of elongated and curvilinear shapes along with angular lines and pointed structures. The forms resemble bones, mushrooms, or tools, floating or resting on an indistinct surface. Some shapes suggest a quasi-human or bird-like silhouette, giving them an organic quality. The assemblage creates a surreal landscape with intricate detail and unexpected juxtapositions.

Untitled

Yves Tanguy

1938

This abstract image showcases a series of intertwined organic shapes and lines woven together in a complex pattern. A prominent curved form resembles a bird's head with an exaggerated beak and eye. The upper part of the image features a large claw or talon with scaled detailing. These figures are set against a background of lined shading that adds depth and texture, creating a surreal landscape. The elements form an imaginative scene playing with familiar motifs resembling animals found in nature.

Untitled

André Masson

1938

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Reba and Dave Williams, Greenwich, CT; gift to NGA, 2008

Associated Names

Bibliography

1984

  • Dupin, Jacques. Miró Graveur 1. Paris: Daniel Lelong, 1984, no. 42.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: 106/150; lower right in graphite: Miró

Watermarks

present but not identified

Wikidata ID

Q76441243

You may be interested in

Loading Results