Joan Miro, On the 13th, the ladder grazed the firmament, 1940, Constellations series

Joan Miro, On the 13th, the ladder grazed the firmament, 1940, Constellations seriesOn the 13th, the Ladder Grazed the Firmament (1940) is one of the earliest works in Joan Mirs legendary Constellations series, created during his exile at the start of World War II. In this moment of profound uncertainty, Mir turned inward, producing intimate works that blended dreamlike imagery with an urgent need for spiritual escape. This piece, like others in the series, transforms the chaos of the outside world into a delicate, self contained

This finely detailed engraving by Michael Wening presents a panoramic view of Munich as seen from the north toward the south

The use of dull red tones creates a sense of depth and intensity within the painting

The painting depicts a soldier

The map is a detailed and accurate depiction of the two provinces at that time

published in 1677

and is considered one of Klimt's most important works

and an atmosphere of glow—settles over a constellation of abstracted women and birds

showcasing notable landmarks

it serves as a crucial resource for historians

The "Orbis Terrae Compendiosa Descriptio" is a world map that aimed to provide a comprehensive and condensed depiction of the known world at the time

which he captured in a highly detailed and realistic style

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