Three previously unknown drawings by Joan Miró have been discovered among the possessions of his friend, the artist and designer Edmond Vernassa. The works include a 1972 promotional drawing for Mallorca and two large-scale designs for interior balcony railings, created for the influential art dealers Aimé and Marguerite Maeght. The drawings are now set for auction in Antibes with estimates reaching up to €400,000 each, following a public showcase during Paris Drawing Week.
The discovery is significant because it sheds new light on Miró's rare forays into architectural and interior design, a lesser-known aspect of his practice. The works' provenance directly links them to the vibrant artistic circle of the French Riviera in the mid-20th century, involving key figures like the Maeghts, and their emergence from Vernassa's studio after decades adds a compelling narrative to their history and market value.