Joan Miro, Plaque, 1956

Joan Miro, Plaque, 1956The lithograph was created in 1956 and is part of a series of works by Mir that were inspired by the theme of the sun and its many symbolic associations. Like many of Mir's works, the lithograph of "Plaque" is highly regarded for its innovative use of line, form, and color. It is considered a valuable addition to any collection of modern art, and is held in the collections of many major museums and galleries around the world.

This detail shows a close-up of the dancer's dress

The overall effect is one of dynamic tension

and upheaval

the style of the 1952 version is more refined and controlled

The painting features a colorful composition of abstract shapes and lines

The figure are depicted in Renoir's characteristic soft

Other volumes cover topics such as optics

The objects are fragmented and shown from multiple angles

with visible strokes that create texture and depth

The painting is notable for its use of precise

The painting depicts a mother and child

The painting was seized by Cardinal Del Monte