Mourlot 1038 Appraisal

Joan Miró Lithograph II (Mourlot 1038)

This is a framed color lithograph by the acclaimed Spanish Surrealist artist Joan Miró, specifically identified from the 'Lithographs II' series (1975). The piece displays Miró's signature biomorphic abstraction and whimsical aesthetic. The composition features a central, large black curvilinear form flanked by characteristic 'eye' motifs and celestial symbols, such as asterisks representing stars. The color palette is vibrant and primary, utilizing saturated reds, blues, yellows, and greens against a stark white background with subtle stippling and textured splatter effects characteristic of the lithographic process. The print is professionally matted with a black primary mat and a secondary red accent mat that highlights the colors within the artwork. It is housed in an ornate, brushed gold-tone wide frame under glass. Regarding condition, the colors appear well-preserved through the glass, though the framing obscures the paper edges, preventing verification of margins or a signature. The craftsmanship reflects the high-quality output of the Mourlot Frères studio in Paris, known for collaborating closely with Miró to achieve his specific graphic vision during the mid-20th century.