In 'Le Bagnard et sa Compagne' Miró contrasts bright red, blue, and yellow to create a whimsical figure instilled with a sense of liveliness. The sweeping curves and loops of thick, black linework bring energy and movement to the image. At the top left of the sheet, a large black circle is balanced by the negative space that surrounds it, while the lower left corner features black splatters. Along the upper border, Miró's signature symbols of the asterisk and arrow appear oversized, reinforcing the playful and spirited nature of the piece. These elements guide the viewer's eye across the composition, creating a lively visual rhythm that embodies the dynamic energy that Miró infused into his prints, ultimately revealing his exceptional command of printmaking techniques.

Etching and aquatint in colours, 1975, on Arches paper, signed in white pencil and numbered 45/50 from the edition of 50, printed by Morsang, Paris, published by Maeght, Paris, the full sheet: 1210 x 1600 mm. (47¾ x 63 in.)

Dupin 749