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Henri Matisse: A quest for light, colour, and freedom
Hardcover
Art HistoryIndividual ArtistsSculpting
Publisher: Parkstone Press
Published: Jun 20 2025
Pages: 200
Weight: 1.96
Height: 0.69 Width: 8.50 Depth: 10.63
Language: English
This book offers a vivid portrait of Henri Matisse, one of the foremost artists of the 20th century. Born in 1869 in Cateau-Cambrésis, Matisse initially pursued a legal career before turning to painting, inspired by the Impressionists. Renowned as a master of colour, he is celebrated for his revolutionary paper cut-outs and his defining role in Fauvism. Tracing his artistic evolution-from early experiments to the luminous works of his later years in Nice-this richly illustrated volume features over a hundred reproductions of his most iconic pieces. It invites readers into Matisse's expressive world while offering intimate glimpses into the personal life and creative influences that shaped his extraordinary journey.
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