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8. Joan Miró Collection

“Joan Miró’s important work in the field of poster design should not only be seen as a rebellious response to the political, social and cultural circumstances of the time, but also as a reflection of his inherent sense of responsibility to society.” (1) Joan Miró’s dedication to printmaking and printed series and his extensive work in this field were inspired by a keen interest in experimentation, a search for new creative pathways, and a desire for his work and his creations to be accessible to as many people as possible. Printmaking and the reproductions that it facilitated were the best way of democratizing his art. To achieve this goal, pochoir, engraving and lithography were used in the creation of printed editions and posters with a high print run. At the same time, Miró was also keenly interested in the idea of teamwork with people and craftsmen whom he admired and held in high regard.