Joan Miro (Spanish, 1893-1983)
Sin Titulo (2 July, 1962)
Watercolor, gouache, wash and China ink on paper
Size: 63cm x 90cm
Signed, dated and dedicated to Valentine Hugo on the back.
Literature: Joan Miro Catalogue Raisonne, 1962_61, #1727
Provenance: Valentine Hugo, Paris, This work was donated by Joan Miro on the occasion of the charity auction organized by Yvonne Zervos in favor of Valentine Hugo; Galerie Berggruen, Paris; Samuel Dorsky, New York; Galerie Boulakia, Paris; Soma Gallery, San Diego; Galerie Obelisk, Boston; Collection Michelle Lippens; Private Collection, Paris.
PRICE: on request
This exquisite original work by Joan Miró, titled Sin Titulo (2 July 1962), is a masterful combination of watercolor, gouache, wash, and China ink on paper, measuring 63 x 90 cm. Signed, dated, and dedicated to Valentine Hugo on the reverse, this work is steeped in historical and personal significance. It is catalogued in the Joan Miró Catalogue Raisonné, 1962_61, #1727 and carries a remarkable provenance, beginning with Valentine Hugo herself. Miró donated the work for a charity auction organized by Yvonne Zervos in favor of Hugo, underscoring his close personal and artistic relationships. Subsequent notable ownership includes Galerie Berggruen, Paris; Samuel Dorsky, New York; and the esteemed Galerie Boulakia, Paris.
Created during the 1960s, this painting exemplifies Miró’s exploration of abstraction and poetic symbolism. The dynamic interplay of bold black forms with delicate washes of pastel tones showcases his signature style, where “color becomes a way of penetrating the soul,” as Miró himself once stated. The inclusion of whimsical, almost anthropomorphic lines and symbols reflects his deep interest in automatism and the subconscious. His approach to composition often sought to “leave the door open to the imagination,” inviting viewers to interpret the work on their own terms.
For collectors, this work offers not only aesthetic value but also exceptional historical and cultural significance. Its provenance and dedication to Valentine Hugo, a key Surrealist figure, link it to pivotal moments in 20th-century art history. This untitled work is a testament to Miró’s mastery of materials and his ability to imbue abstraction with emotive and narrative depth.
Joan Miro Sin Titulo 1962- Joan Miro Sin Titulo 1962
