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Henri Matisse Abstract Prints

French, 1869-1954

Whether working as a draftsman, a sculptor, a printmaker or a painter, Henri Matisse was a master of color. Although classically trained at the Académie Julian, in Paris, he quickly abandoned traditional techniques and genres to pioneer a style all his own, marked by quick, gestural strokes and fluid contours.

Along with fellow painter André Derain, Matisse was the leading proponent of Fauvism, a movement whose name is derived from the French word for "wild beast.” Marked by vibrant hues, Fauvist paintings like Matisse’s famous 1906 composition Le Bonheur de vivre use wild, active brushstrokes and a palette unconstrained by nature, resulting in women with purple skin and trees with orange leaves. Often, these compositions unite pure color with the white of exposed canvas to create a sense of transparency and light.

In addition to masterful landscapes and still lifes, Matisse loved to paint erotic subjects, particularly the female nude. Rejecting strict realism, he distilled the form into its essential parts and then translated these into voluptuous, rounded contours. With its striking colors and sculptural modeling of the figure, Odalisque couchée aux magnolias is among Matisse’s most famous works — and the most expensive work of his ever sold — depicting Henriette Darricarrère, his muse and favorite model for around seven years, lounging luxuriously in his Nice studio. In pictures like the lithograph Nu Bleu, he explored the expressive power of a body in motion by placing his figures in twisted or contorted poses, transforming their limbs into tangles of color and shape that push figure painting toward abstraction.

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Artist: Henri Matisse
Modern Master Colour Lithograph 'Souvenirs d'Océanie' on Wove paper
By Henri Matisse
Located in Toronto, CA
Bold modern colours synonymous with the modern art movement make up this original Mourlot printed Henri Matisse lithograph, after a gouache on paper cut-out. The cut-out is based on ...
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1950s Fauvist Henri Matisse Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Algue Blanche sur fond Viole
By Henri Matisse
Located in London, GB
Henri Matisse Algue Blanche sur fond Viole, 1960 Original Lithograph unknown edition size not signed 59.4 x 42.9 cm 71 x 51 cm (framed)
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1960s Abstract Henri Matisse Abstract Prints

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'L'Escargot' Modern Art Colour Lithograph on Wove Paper
By Henri Matisse
Located in Toronto, CA
Signed on the plate by Matisse. From the portfolio ‘Dernières Oeuvres de Matisse 1950-1954’, known as Verve Vol. IX No. 35 & 36. Printed by Mourlot in Paris. Henri Matisse oversaw ...
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1950s Fauvist Henri Matisse Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Henri Matisse Loan Exhibition vintage exhibition poster " Beverly Hills
By Henri Matisse
Located in Spokane, WA
Original vintage exhibition poster: HENRI MATISSE EXHIBITION. Linen baked in excellent condition, ready to frame. The background is a flat...
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1950s Post-Impressionist Henri Matisse Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Henri Matisse. La leçon de piano
By Henri Matisse
Located in Barcelona, ES
The painting is being offered with a work and authenticity certificate
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1980s Abstract Henri Matisse Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

Tête de Femme (Fribourg livres illustrés 25; Duthuit 23), 1948, Henri Matisse
By Henri Matisse
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Henri Matisse (1869-1954) Title: Tête de Femme Year: 1948 Medium: Lithograph on Chine Appliqué (China paper mounted on wove paper) Size: 9.75 x 7.50 Condition: Excellent Insc...
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Henri Matisse - Fruits - Original Lithograph
By Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Henri Matisse - Fruits - Original Lithograph 1964 Dimensions: 30 x 20 cm Edition of 200 (one of the 200 on Vélin de Rives) Mourlot Press, 1964 Unsigned and unumbered as issued
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1960s Modern Henri Matisse Abstract Prints

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Le Loup - Henri Matisse, Jazz, Pochoir prints, Fauvism, Artist's books
By Henri Matisse
Located in London, GB
Pochoir printed in colours, 1947. From: Jazz, Plate VI. From the book edition of 270. Printed on Arches paper by Edmond Vairel, Paris. Published by Teriade, Paris. (Duthuit Livre...
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1940s Fauvist Henri Matisse Abstract Prints

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The Swimmer in the Aquarium
By Henri Matisse
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pochoir in colors on wove paper bearing the “ARCHES” block letter watermark, after Matisse's cut paper collage maquette. A superb example of the definitive state, from the folio edi...
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1940s Modern Henri Matisse Abstract Prints

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By Andre Minaux
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Find a wide variety of authentic Henri Matisse abstract prints available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of abstract prints to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of purple and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Henri Matisse in lithograph, stencil and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the modern style. Not every interior allows for large Henri Matisse abstract prints, so small editions measuring 8 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Jean Carzou, Massimo Campigli, and Ynez Johnston. Henri Matisse abstract prints prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $610 and tops out at $15,600, while the average work can sell for $8,105.
Questions About Henri Matisse Abstract Prints
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Henri Matisse was famous for his work as a draftsman, sculptor, printmaker and painter. He is especially well known for his use of color. Although classically trained at the Académie Julian in Paris, he quickly abandoned traditional techniques and genres to pioneer a style all his own, marked by quick gestural strokes and fluid contours. Along with fellow painter André Derain, Matisse was the leading proponent of Fauvism, a movement whose name is derived from the French word for "wild beast." Marked by vibrant hues, Fauvist paintings like Matisse's famous 1906 composition Le bonheur de vivre use wild, active brushstrokes and a palette unconstrained by nature. Shop an assortment of Henri Matisse art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Henri Matisse created Icarus in 1947. It was printed using a stencil technique and was later included among 20 other pieces in his book Jazz. Shop a selection of Matisse’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Some of Henri Matisse's most famous paintings include Le Bonheur de Vivre, Blue Nude (Souvenir de Biskra), Woman with a Hat, Music, The Green Stripe and L'Atelier Rouge. Matisse also worked as a draftsman, printmaker and sculptor. Regardless of what medium he was working in, the French artist was a master of color. Although classically trained at the Académie Julian in Paris, he abandoned traditional techniques and genres to pioneer a style all his own, marked by quick gestural strokes and fluid contours. Find an assortment of Henri Matisse art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Henri Matisse stopped painting due to health concerns. In 1941, the French artist required surgery for cancer and used a wheelchair afterward. The physical limitations of his disability made it difficult for the artist to continue to produce both paintings and sculptures. However, he adapted by cutting shapes from colored paper for creative new works. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Henri Matisse art from some of the world's top dealers and galleries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Henri Matisse, throughout his decades-long career, had a number of different impacts upon the art world. However, his seminal works in so-called Fauvism (French for ‘wild beast’) set him apart from the start. With strident use of color and seemingly wild brushwork, works from Matisse’s formative periods are among the most highly sought after by collectors. You’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Matisse pieces from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Henri Matisse's art style is associated with several movements, including Postimpressionism and Fauvism. He was also the leading proponent of Fauvism, a movement with a name derived from the French word for "wild beast." Marked by vibrant hues, Fauvist paintings like Matisse's famous 1906 composition Le Bonheur de Vivre use wild, active brushstrokes and a palette unconstrained by nature, resulting in women with purple skin and trees with orange leaves. Often, these compositions unite pure color with the white of the exposed canvas to create a sense of transparency and light. Shop a variety of Henri Matisse art on 1stDibs.
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    Henri Matisse's artistic style is largely classified as Fauvism. His colorful, expressive paintings also helped to influence Expressionist art. Some of the French artist's most famous paintings include Blue Nudes, La Danse and Le Bonheur de Vivre. Find a collection of Henri Matisse on 1stDibs.
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    Henri Matisse's last painting was completed in 1951, and was titled Woman in Yellow Blouse. He also created a piece called The Swimming Pool, in 1952, which featured cutouts of divers and sea creatures in hues of blue. Shop a selection of Henri Matisse pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

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