La Chevelure de Berenice II 

Joan Miró’s "La Chevelure de Bérénice II" is characterized by a dynamic interplay of line, shape, and color that visually evokes freedom and cosmic abstraction. The composition is built upon a chaotic yet harmonious arrangement of swirling lines and distinct, loosely defined geometric shapes in black, green, yellow, and a singular dot of red. This piece exemplifies Miró's engagement with automatism and the subconscious. The sweeping lines and floating shapes create a sense of movement, destabilizing fixed perspectives and inviting the viewer to explore a fluid, dreamlike space. The colored shapes—green, yellow, and red—punctuate the composition, acting as signifiers within Miró’s personal visual lexicon. Ultimately, Miró presents not a literal depiction of Bérénice's hair but rather a constellation of abstract forms that challenge traditional representation and invite ongoing interpretation. The emphasis on line and color serves to dissolve the boundaries between representation and abstraction, underscoring the artwork’s openness to multiple readings.