Joan Miró

Joan Miró, born in Barcelona in 1893, was a central figure in 20th-century art, mainly influenced by surrealism. Although he never formally joined the group, he shared many of its theoretical ideas. In his early years, he studied at the Academy of Francesc Galí and the Cercle Artístic de Sant Lluc, where he met important figures in art and criticism, such as Sebastià Gasch and J.V. Foix. In Paris, from 1920, he established relationships with Pablo Picasso and André Masson, who introduced him to the surrealist circle.

This artist's work is known for its use of simple shapes and vibrant colors, reflecting a connection to the childlike and the subconscious. During the Spanish Civil War and World War II, his "Constellations" series perhaps arose from his desire for transcendence and escape. After these wars, Joan experimented with various media, including ceramics, printmaking, and sculpture, solidifying his international reputation.

Miró influenced movements like abstract expressionism and artists such as Alexander Calder and Mark Rothko. His works often challenged conventional painting methods.