Joan Miró’s 22-metre Woman and Bird sculpture stands in Parc de Joan Miró, on Carrer de Tarragona in Barcelona’s Eixample district. Made in 1983, it is covered in colourful broken-tile mosaics using the trencadís technique. From a distance, its shape can look like a column; walk closer and look from several sides to pick out the abstract figure and bird. The park’s broad podium is also used for performances and events, and the sculpture is a short walk from Montjuïc.
A sculpture in Parc de Joan Miró
Woman and Bird is a public sculpture by Joan Miró in Parc de Joan Miró, at Carrer de Tarragona, 76. Created in 1983, it rises 22 metres above the park. The work brings together an abstract female figure and a bird, though the forms may not be immediately clear from a distance.
The sculpture’s surface is covered with broken-tile mosaics made using the trencadís technique. Its strong colours and tall, column-like silhouette stand out across the park. Move around it and look closely to see how the shapes come together.
The podium and nearby park
A large podium beside the sculpture is used for performances and events, including dance shows. Parc de Joan Miró also has a dog-friendly area. The sculpture is close to metro stations and a shopping mall, and Montjuïc is within walking distance.
FAQ
Where is Woman and Bird in Barcelona?
The sculpture is in Parc de Joan Miró at Carrer de Tarragona, 76, in the Eixample district.
Who created Woman and Bird?
Joan Miró created the sculpture in 1983.
How tall is Woman and Bird?
The sculpture is 22 metres tall.
What is the sculpture made of?
Its surface is covered with broken-tile mosaics using the trencadís technique.
