Joan Miro (Spanish, 1893 – 1983)
Grans Rupestres VII (s.9534- Large Cave Paintings VII)
Original Etching in colors, 1979 on Arches paper, signed by the artist in pencil, Edition is one of 15 Hors d’commerce [out of trade] impressions aside from the standard edition of 30
Reference: Jacques Dupin “Miro Engraver” Volume IV (Catalogue Raisonne) – Number 1059
Note: In 1979 the artist made a series of 7 etchings on the theme of Large cave paintings. inspired by the most ancient and universal form of human art. The nuanced application of color and textural depth in this etching highlight his impressive talent. The surrealist nature of these, also, was much to the taste of the artist. The red background of Joan Miro’s “Grans Rupestres VII ” adds a unique quality to a work which has all the hallmarks of the artist’s most famous pictures: heavy black brushstrokes, bold swatches of colors, and original shapes that are both geometric and organic.
Published by: Maeght , Barcelona
Printed by: Joan Barbara, Barcelona – Their watermark
Size: 92 x 69.5 cms (Paper & Image size)
Price: on request
