Le Somnambule

'Le Somnambule' is a whimsical and energetic portrayal of Miró's signature symbols and motifs. The title suggests being in a dreamlike state, hinting at the artist's fascination with exploring and expressing the subconscious mind in his art. Depicted in the composition is a dynamic combination of floating visual elements, layered to create a sense of depth and movement. Subtle colour accents, along with vigorous linework, give the piece a playful spontaneity. Unexpected bursts of red, orange, and blue spots surround the central abstracted form, hinting at a startled mask with wide eyes. Dominated by dark hues, the print allows subtle areas of white to shine through the background, enhancing the image's overall dreamlike quality.

Etching and aquatint in colours, 1974, on Arches wove paper, with the Maeght watermark, signed in pencil and numbered from the edition of 50, printed by Morsang Paris, published by Maeght, Paris, with full margins, sheet: 1405 x 945 mm. (55¼ x 37¼ in.)

Dupin 656