Joan Miró (Spanish, 1893 - 1983) Figure au Soleil, from XXE Siecle No. 4 - 1938, linocut

From one of the most experiment-driven artists of the 20th Century.

Estimated value: $1800-$2200

DESCRIPTION:
Joan Miró (Spanish, 1893 - 1983)Figure au Soleil, from XXe Siecle No. 4 - 1938, linocut in colors on wove paper, signed on the block

Dimensions - approx. 12.5 inches x 9.75 inches, unframed


PROVENANCE:
Rex Rivolo Collection, Long Island, NY
Heritage Auctions
Acquired from the above by the present owner


ABOUT:
Joan Miró was one of the most influential surrealists of the 20th century, and is among the most sought-after artists by collectors today. He studied both business and art, but working in business reportedly led him to have a nervous breakdown, forcing him to focus on only art thereafter. His art career included collaborations with Max Ernst, purchases from Ernest Hemingway, and shows alongside Salvador Dali. André Breton described him as "the most Surrealist of us all." There are two separate museums in Spain dedicated just to him.

This is Miro’s first and only linocut, published in an edition of 1,000 for the Christmas 1938 edition of the prestigious art magazine XXe Siecle, with pinholes in the margin as indication of it being from the original first edition.

*The periodical XXe Siècle was founded in 1938 by art historian, writer, and publisher Gualtieri di San Lazzaro (1904–1974), while living and working in Paris. XXe Siècle combined articles with original artworks by well-known and influential artists of the time. About 60 issues were published between 1938 and 1974.