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The Octopus Hunter – Le Chasseur de Pieuvres – Etching, aquatint and carborundum in colours on Arches wove paper – Catalogue Miró grabador II, page 139 — Le Chasseur de Pieuvres, 1969 by Joan Miró is a limited edition print featuring etching and aquatint techniques. With a combination of intricate etched lines and rich tonal variations achieved through aquatint, Miró creates a visually captivating composition. The title, which translates to “The Octopus Hunter,” hints at the whimsical and imaginative nature of Miró’s imagery. The print reflects Miró’s characteristic style, marked by biomorphic forms and playful abstraction, inviting viewers to explore the artist’s imaginative world and engage with the unique visual language he developed.
