Early Influences:
* Paul Cézanne: Miró was inspired by Cézanne's use of color and form, and his exploration of perspective.
* Henri Matisse: Matisse's bold use of color and simplified forms, particularly in his Fauvist works, greatly influenced Miró.
* Pablo Picasso: Miró and Picasso were close friends and colleagues. Miró admired Picasso's innovative use of cubism and his exploration of abstract forms.
* Vincent van Gogh: Miró was drawn to van Gogh's expressive brushstrokes and vibrant colors.
Other Influences:
* Fauvism: The movement's use of bold colors and simplified forms played a significant role in Miró's early work.
* Cubism: Picasso's cubist experiments influenced Miró's exploration of fragmented forms and multiple perspectives.
* Surrealism: Miró was a founding member of the Surrealist movement, and his work was deeply influenced by its exploration of the subconscious mind and dreams.
* Art Brut: This movement, which focused on outsider art, inspired Miró's use of naive and intuitive forms.
* Traditional Catalan Art: Miró's Catalan heritage had a significant influence on his work. He was inspired by traditional Catalan folk art and its vibrant colors and patterns.
Specific Influences:
* Paul Klee: Miró admired Klee's use of line and color, and his exploration of the symbolic and the fantastic.
* Wassily Kandinsky: Kandinsky's abstract compositions and use of color influenced Miró's development of abstract expressionism.
* Max Ernst: Miró collaborated with Ernst on several projects, and Ernst's surrealist techniques influenced Miró's use of collage and frottage.
In addition to these specific artists and movements, Miró was also influenced by the natural world, particularly the landscape of Catalonia. His work often incorporates natural elements such as birds, stars, and the sun.
Ultimately, Miró developed a unique and highly personal style that blended elements from these various influences. His work is characterized by its playful use of color, its simplified forms, and its dreamlike and often whimsical imagery.