Miró
- proper noun
- It was during this period that Calder became interested in Joan Miró's abstract "biomorphic" forms.
- Joan Miró
Examples
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The paintings of Joan Miró or Paul Klee will scarcely yield much delight if our intuition is held in abeyance.
Academic text (1993) -
The sky had paled and was nearly white at the horizon, but Laguna San Ignacio was so blue it looked like one great brushstroke of Joan Miró cerulean.
Fiction book (2002) -
Before us stands Daniel—all of him—and he's wearing a soft greenish shirt and a Joan Miró-ish tie, and he's begun to say something.
Fiction book (1998) -
Joan Miró's vibrant use of color and form defines his unique style in modern art.
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The surreal landscapes painted by Miró often evoke a sense of whimsy and imagination.
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Many art enthusiasts admire the innovative techniques of Miró, particularly his incorporation of playful shapes.
Synonyms
A Spanish painter and sculptor famous for imaginative abstract works in bright colors and playful shapes
Surface Forms
Etymology
Miró is a Catalan name that comes from an old root mir- meaning 'wonder' or 'to look'. You can link it to the English word 'admire', which helps explain why the artist Miró is known for work that makes people feel wonder.
