"Colorful, provocative, and full of humor, the late painted sculptures by Joan Miro from a little-known group of medium- and large-scale works. Published to coincide with the opening of a major exhibition at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington D.C., this is the first ever in-depth study of his exuberant, brilliantly painted sculpture.". "Widely recognized for his major contribution to Modern and Surrealist art, Miro is best known for his painting. Exploring new ground, The Shape of Color features Miro's painted sculpture alongside rarely exhibited or published studies and sketchbook pages, maquettes, and documentary photographs. Leading scholars offer fresh interpretations of Miro's sculpture, its historical and cultural context, and its critical reception."--BOOK JACKET.