"Figures and Dog in Front of the Sun" by Joan Miró
"Figures and Dog in Front of the Sun" is a captivating work by Joan Miró, showcasing his signature abstract forms suffused with vibrant, expressive colors that evoke a playful yet profound narrative.
About The Artwork
Joan Miró's "Figures and Dog in Front of the Sun," painted in 1949, is a joyful, symbolic celebration of life and nature. The artwork features abstract figures and a dog set against a warm backdrop that includes the sun, a recurring motif in Miró's work representing vitality and cosmic energy. This piece, with its free-floating forms and primary colors, reflects Miró's fascination with the subconscious and a child-like sense of wonder, symbolizing a harmonious, elemental connection between the earthly and the astronomical.
About the Artist
Joan Miró (1893 – 1983) was a Spanish painter, sculptor, and ceramicist born in Barcelona. Earning international acclaim, his work has been interpreted as Surrealism, a sandbox for the subconscious mind, a re-creation of the childlike, and a manifestation of Catalan pride. In numerous interviews dating from the 1930s onwards, Miró expressed contempt for conventional painting methods as a way of supporting bourgeois society, and famously declared an "assassination of painting" in favour of upsetting the visual elements of established painting
A museum dedicated to his work, the Fundació Joan Miró, was established in his native city of Barcelona in 1975, and another, the Fundació Pilar i Joan Miró, was established in his adoptive city of Palma de Mallorca in 1981.
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If your budget allows, the gallery-style framed print (behind glass) is the most sophisticated option. Explore all three framing options by watching this short video.
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"Figures and Dog in Front of the Sun" by Joan Miró
"Figures and Dog in Front of the Sun" is a captivating work by Joan Miró, showcasing his signature abstract forms suffused with vibrant, expressive colors that evoke a playful yet profound narrative.
About The Artwork
Joan Miró's "Figures and Dog in Front of the Sun," painted in 1949, is a joyful, symbolic celebration of life and nature. The artwork features abstract figures and a dog set against a warm backdrop that includes the sun, a recurring motif in Miró's work representing vitality and cosmic energy. This piece, with its free-floating forms and primary colors, reflects Miró's fascination with the subconscious and a child-like sense of wonder, symbolizing a harmonious, elemental connection between the earthly and the astronomical.
About the Artist
Joan Miró (1893 – 1983) was a Spanish painter, sculptor, and ceramicist born in Barcelona. Earning international acclaim, his work has been interpreted as Surrealism, a sandbox for the subconscious mind, a re-creation of the childlike, and a manifestation of Catalan pride. In numerous interviews dating from the 1930s onwards, Miró expressed contempt for conventional painting methods as a way of supporting bourgeois society, and famously declared an "assassination of painting" in favour of upsetting the visual elements of established painting
A museum dedicated to his work, the Fundació Joan Miró, was established in his native city of Barcelona in 1975, and another, the Fundació Pilar i Joan Miró, was established in his adoptive city of Palma de Mallorca in 1981.
Shop More Abstract Art
Explore our Abstract Art Collection here featuring masters like Kandinsky, Miró and Klee, as well as modern-day artists like Dan Hobday.
Choose The Framing Option That’s Right For You
Our ready-to-hang mounted canvas offers unbeatable value and is widely regarded as the top product of its type on the market. Learn more about the quality of the Pixalot mounted canvas by watching this short video. You can further enhance the canvas with a modern floating frame, available in black, white, or natural wood, to match your existing decor.
If your budget allows, the gallery-style framed print (behind glass) is the most sophisticated option. Explore all three framing options by watching this short video.
Why Shop With Pixalot
For years, Pixalot has been a trusted provider of high-quality wall art in South Africa. Customers value our uncompromising commitment to quality, expert customer service, and the ease of receiving meticulously crafted artwork delivered right to their doors, ready to hang. With Pixalot, you aren't just buying wall art; you're investing in a piece that enhances your living environment.
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