The Master of Color: Henri Matisse Henri Matisse (1869–1954) was a French painter, sculptor and draftsman, widely regarded as one of the most important artists of the 20th century and a leading figure of Fauvism. He is known for his bold use of color and fluid, expressive line, creating works that emphasize harmony, balance and emotional clarity rather than realistic detail. Matisse’s style evolved from early Impressionist influences to vibrant, simplified forms and in his later years he develop

8.8K views · 673 reactions | Henri Matisse’s ‘Danseuse assise dans un fauteuil’ is a quintessential example of the artist's sensuous odalisques, painted in the early 1940s before he turned his hand, and scissors, to his famous cut-outs. https://bit.ly/30BYZU0 | Sotheby's | Facebook

Dive into the vibrant and revolutionary world of Henri Matisse, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Celebrated for his audacious use of color, fluid lines, and innovative forms, Matisse redefined modern art. From his early Fauvist experiments that shocked the art world to his serene and monumental cut-outs created in his later years, discover the profound evolution of an artist who always sought to express emotion through pure color and simplified shapes. Join us as we explo