Illustration for Anthologie de l'humour noir (Mourlot 91; see Cramer books 22)

JOAN MIRO Illustration for Anthologie de l'humour noir (Mourlot 91; see Cramer books 22) lithograph in colors, 1950, on Johannot, signed and dated 'mai 1952' in pencil, inscribed 'épreuve d'artiste à James et Laura Sweeny, avec mes meilleurs voeuxs pour votre anniversaire' (artist's proof, the edition was 50), with full margins, the paper slightly toned, the yellow slightly attenuated, minor surface soiling, scattered foxing, mat staining, otherwise in good condition, framed L. 9 x 6½ in. (229 x 165 mm.) S. 14¾ x 11 1/8 in. (375 x 282 mm.)