"Ciphers and Constellations, in Love with a Woman"
Joan Miró - Gouache - 46 x 38 cm
Introduction
Joan Miró, a Spanish artist born in 1893, was one of the pioneers of Surrealism. His work is characterized by intense subjectivity and rough handling of materials. Among his most famous pieces is the painting
"Ciphers and Constellations in Love with a Woman", created in 1941 as part of the series "Constellations".
Description
This painting, which measures 46 x 38 cm, is made using gouache, graphite, water color and ivory-woven paper. It can be found at the Art Institute of Chicago (USA)
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The painting is an abstract representation of a woman in love with constellations and ciphers, as indicated by the title. The use of colors, shapes and lines creates a dreamlike atmosphere that invites viewers to interpret the work according to their own imagination.
Abstract Expressionism
Ciphers and Constellations in Love with a Woman is an example of Abstract Expressionism, a genre of art that emerged in the mid-20th century as a reaction against conceptual art and minimal art of the 1970s. This movement is characterized by intense subjectivity and rough handling of materials
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Conclusion
Joan Miró's Ciphers and Constellations in Love with a Woman is a fascinating piece of art that invites viewers to explore their imagination. Its abstract representation of a woman in love with constellations and ciphers, combined with the use of colors, shapes and lines, creates a dreamlike atmosphere that makes it an iconic work of Surrealism.
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