Question 1

What is Henri Matisse’s art style?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

How did Henri Matisse influence art?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

Who did Matisse influence?

Accepted Answer

Matisse influenced a large number of artists. During his lifetime, his paintings, marked by quick, gestural strokes and fluid contours, informed many of his contemporaries in the Fauvist movement, such as Albert Marquet and Georges Rouault. Matisse's influence can also be seen in the works of Wassily Kandinsky, Marc Chagall, David Hockney, Richard Diebenkorn and Juan Gris. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent also drew inspiration from Matisse's pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Henri Matisse art.

Question 4

Who was Matisse influenced by?

Accepted Answer

Matisse was influenced by a number of other artists, including Vincent van Gogh, Paul Cézanne, Paul Gaugin, Paul Signac and Gustave Moreau. The French painter, sculptor and craftsman also drew inspiration from the flattened forms of figures in medieval and early Renaissance paintings, such as in how he approached nudes. Rejecting strict realism, he distilled forms into their essential parts and then translated these into voluptuous, rounded contours. Explore a range of Henri Matisse art on 1stDibs.

Question 5

Was Matisse an Impressionist?

Accepted Answer

No, Matisse was not an Impressionist. Art historians typically classify his work as part of Post-Impressionism, a movement that turned away from the naturalism of Impressionism and focused even more on conveying emotions through painting. Along with fellow painter André Derain, Matisse was also 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 visuals like 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. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Henri Matisse art.

Question 6

What was Henri Matisse's last piece of art?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

What is the difference between Matisse and Picasso?

Accepted Answer

The difference between Matisse and Picasso is that their work is associated with different art movements. Henri Matisse was a 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 have wild, active brushstrokes and a palette unconstrained by nature, resulting in imagery like women with purple skin and trees with orange leaves. Although his work evolved over the course of his career, Pablo Picasso is best known for his association with the Cubist movement, which he is credited with founding with Georges Braque. In Cubist works, reality gets fragmented into flat, geometric forms. Shop a collection of Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What was Henri Matisse famous for?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

When did Henri Matisse create Icarus?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

Why did Henri Matisse stop painting?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 11

What are some of Henri Matisse’s most famous paintings?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 12

How did Matisse make his cut-outs?

Accepted Answer

Matisse originally used cut-outs to plot his paintings, but as he aged he found it more difficult to paint and turned to cut-outs as his primary form of art. Using sheets of paper and scissors, he would cut-out shapes and then arrange them onto paper or a canvas. He did have assistants paint the pieces of paper in his later years as his range of movement was severely restricted but his artistic vision was not. Shop a selection of Matisse pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

Question 13

How much is a Matisse painting worth?

Accepted Answer

A Matisse painting is typically worth anywhere from a few thousand dollars to $1 million, on average. Matisse's “L'Odlisque, harmonie bleue” fetched $33.6 million dollars at auction. Therefore, the price of a Matisse painting can vary depending on period, condition, and style.

Question 14

How many paintings did Matisse paint?

Accepted Answer

The exact number of paintings that Matisse painted isn't known. Art historians have determined that the French artist produced at least 1,000 works over the course of his life. Roughly half of these pieces are thought to be paintings. Some of his most famous paintings include Le Bonheur de Vive, Blue Nude, The Green Stripe and L'Atelier Rouge. Explore an assortment of Henri Matisse art on 1stDibs.

Question 15

How much is an original Matisse worth?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

What is Henri Matisse's artistic style called?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 17

How many cut-outs did Matisse make?

Accepted Answer

Henri Matisse made more than 100 cut-outs. The French artist began producing them in the 1930s and continued to create them until his death in 1954. He described his process as "cutting into color." On 1stDibs, find a range of Henri Matisse art.

Question 18

Where do art collectors buy art?

Accepted Answer

Art collectors buy their art from a few places. They may attend auctions to bid on works or attend gallery exhibitions to purchase pieces. Some arrange to buy art through dealers, while others shop on trusted online platforms to find paintings, prints, sculptures and other works. Explore a diverse assortment of art on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What type of art is KAWS’s art?

Accepted Answer

Many people consider KAWS’s art type to be Pop art. The style first emerged in the 1950s. In stark contrast to traditional artistic practice, Pop art’s practitioners drew on imagery from popular culture, using things like comic books, advertising, product packaging and other commercial media to create original paintings, prints and sculptures that celebrated ordinary life in the most literal way. In his work, KAWS similarly appropriates pop phenomena like Mickey Mouse, the Smurfs, the Simpsons and SpongeBob SquarePants. Shop a selection of KAWS art on 1stDibs.

Question 20

Is mandala art folk art?

Accepted Answer

Yes, mandala art is folk art. The definition of folk art is art that reflects the sociocultural characteristics and values of a particular group of people. Mandala art fits this definition due to its association with the Hindu and Buddhist faiths. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of folk art from some of the world's top sellers.

Art By Matisse

Early 1900s Modern Paintings

Henri MatisseHenri Matisse Pencil Of Nude By Chair From Matisse Estate, 1900

1930s Fauvist Abstract Prints

French Modern Art by Henri Matisse - Les Fauves, !930's

2010s Contemporary Prints and Multiples

Sophie Matisse"On Air" by Sophie Matisse, 2014

2010s Contemporary Prints and Multiples

Sophie MatisseFlight by Sophie Matisse, 2014, 2014

1960s Contemporary Still-life Prints

Henri MatisseFruit By Henri Matisse, 1965

1930s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseEtudes, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1932

2010s Prints and Multiples

Sophie MatisseHis Master's Voice by Sophie Matisse, 2014

2010s Prints and Multiples

Sophie MatisseOn Air by Sophie Matisse, 2014, 2014

1930s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatissePortrait Studies, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1930-1939

1940s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseTwo Faces, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1948

1930s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatissePortrait of Woman, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1932

1940s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatissePolypheme From Ulysses, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1940-1949

1930s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseNymph and Faun, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1932

1930s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseNu au Fauteuil, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1935

1970s Modern Nude Prints

Henri MatisseDessins, Modern Lithograph Poster by Henri Matisse, 1970

1920s Fauvist Figurative Prints

Henri MatisseJeune Hindoue - Lithograph by Henri matisse - 1929, 1929

1930s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseStephane Mallarme II, Modern Etching by Henri Matisse

1930s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatissePortrait of Baudelaire, Etching Paper by Henri Matisse, 1932

1930s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseTete (From Poesie), 1932 Modern Etching by Henri Matisse, 1932

1930s Modern Nude Prints

Henri MatisseReclining Female Nude, Modern Etching by Henri Matisse, 1930

1930s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseLa Cite Notre Dame, Modern Etching by Henri Matisse, 1937

1950s Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseCirca 1950 exhibition poster by Henri Matisse Dessins et Sculptures, Circa 1950

1930s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseEdgar Allen Poe from Poesies, Modern Etching by Henri Matisse, 1932

1930s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseCalypso from James Joyce's Ulysses, Softground Etching by Henri Matisse, 1935

1950s Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseOriginal exhibition poster by Henri Matisse Centenaire de l'Imprimerie Mourlot, 1953

1920s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseFigure Allongee sur un lit d'acajou, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1929

1930s Modern Nude Prints

Henri MatisseStephane Mallarme Poesis Pg 143, Modern Etching by Henri Matisse, 1939

1920s Fauvist Figurative Prints

Henri MatisseLa Danseuse sur un Tabouret - Lithograph by Henri matisse - 1927, 1927

1940s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseFlorilege des Amours de Ronsard, Plate 84, Modern Lithograph by Henri Matisse, 1948

1960s Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseRare and elegant exhibition poster by Henri Matisse Galerie Dina Vierny in Paris, 1966

1980s Prints and Multiples

1984 original poster by Henri Matisse for the exhibition at the Galerie Maeght, 1984

1920s Fauvist Figurative Prints

Henri MatisseTorse, Fond à Losanges - Drypoint on China by H. Matisse, 1929, 1929

1950s Modern Abstract Prints

(after) Henri MatisseLes Lithographies de l'Atelier Mourlot by Henri Matisse, 1984

1930s Modern Prints and Multiples

Henri MatisseL'Apres-Midi D'un Faune From Poesies, Modern Etching by Henri Matisse, 1932

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

(after) Henri MatisseHenri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Flowers, 1943

1920s Modern Figurative Prints

Henri MatisseFigure assise, le bras droit appuye sur une table - Etching by H. Matisse - 1929, 1929

1940s Modern Still-life Prints

(after) Henri MatisseHenri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Flowers, 1943

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

(after) Henri MatisseHenri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Pumpkin and Flowers, 1943

1940s Modern Still-life Prints

(after) Henri MatisseHenri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Pumpkin and Flowers, 1943

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Contemporary Art

Henri Matisse
Henri Matisse Pencil Of Nude By Chair From Matisse Estate, 1900

Sophie Matisse
"On Air" by Sophie Matisse, 2014

Sophie Matisse
Flight by Sophie Matisse, 2014, 2014

Henri Matisse
Fruit By Henri Matisse, 1965

Henri Matisse
Etudes, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1932

Sophie Matisse
His Master's Voice by Sophie Matisse, 2014

Sophie Matisse
On Air by Sophie Matisse, 2014, 2014

Henri Matisse
Portrait Studies, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1930-1939

Henri Matisse
Two Faces, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1948

Henri Matisse
Portrait of Woman, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1932

Henri Matisse
Polypheme From Ulysses, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1940-1949

Henri Matisse
Nymph and Faun, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1932

Henri Matisse
Nu au Fauteuil, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1935

Henri Matisse
Dessins, Modern Lithograph Poster by Henri Matisse, 1970

Henri Matisse
Jeune Hindoue - Lithograph by Henri matisse - 1929, 1929

Henri Matisse
Stephane Mallarme II, Modern Etching by Henri Matisse

Henri Matisse
Portrait of Baudelaire, Etching Paper by Henri Matisse, 1932

Henri Matisse
Tete (From Poesie), 1932 Modern Etching by Henri Matisse, 1932

Henri Matisse
Reclining Female Nude, Modern Etching by Henri Matisse, 1930

Henri Matisse
La Cite Notre Dame, Modern Etching by Henri Matisse, 1937

Henri Matisse
Circa 1950 exhibition poster by Henri Matisse Dessins et Sculptures, Circa 1950

Henri Matisse
Edgar Allen Poe from Poesies, Modern Etching by Henri Matisse, 1932

Henri Matisse
Calypso from James Joyce's Ulysses, Softground Etching by Henri Matisse, 1935

Henri Matisse
Original exhibition poster by Henri Matisse Centenaire de l'Imprimerie Mourlot, 1953

Henri Matisse
Figure Allongee sur un lit d'acajou, Etching by Henri Matisse, 1929

Henri Matisse
Stephane Mallarme Poesis Pg 143, Modern Etching by Henri Matisse, 1939

Henri Matisse
La Danseuse sur un Tabouret - Lithograph by Henri matisse - 1927, 1927

Henri Matisse
Florilege des Amours de Ronsard, Plate 84, Modern Lithograph by Henri Matisse, 1948

Henri Matisse
Rare and elegant exhibition poster by Henri Matisse Galerie Dina Vierny in Paris, 1966

Henri Matisse
Torse, Fond à Losanges - Drypoint on China by H. Matisse, 1929, 1929

(after) Henri Matisse
Les Lithographies de l'Atelier Mourlot by Henri Matisse, 1984

Henri Matisse
L'Apres-Midi D'un Faune From Poesies, Modern Etching by Henri Matisse, 1932

(after) Henri Matisse
Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Flowers, 1943

Henri Matisse
Figure assise, le bras droit appuye sur une table - Etching by H. Matisse - 1929, 1929

(after) Henri Matisse
Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Flowers, 1943

(after) Henri Matisse
Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Pumpkin and Flowers, 1943

(after) Henri Matisse
Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Pumpkin and Flowers, 1943

(after) Henri Matisse
Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Woman with Flowers in Her Hair, 1943

Mychael Barratt
Matisse's Cat, Matisse Style Artwork, Contemporary Animal Print, Blue Art, 2022

Paula Craioveanu
NIGHTWISH - female nude - by Paula Craioveanu -original art inspired by Matisse, 2023

Paula Craioveanu
Masked - blue nude - by Paula Craioveanu - original art inspired by Matisse, 2023

Paula Craioveanu
PLEASURE PRINCIPLE original art Paula Craioveanu Nude inspired by Matisse, 2024

Scott Troxel
American Contemporary Sculpture by Scott Troxel - Matisse, 2023

Paula Craioveanu
BLUE SUN original art Paula Craioveanu Nude inspired by Matisse, 2022

Claire Ragueneau
Woman reading after Henri Matisse by Claire Ragueneau, 1950s

Paula Craioveanu
The Torrent - blue nude by Paula Craioveanu original art inspired by Matisse, 2022

Katharina Hormel
After Matisse by K. Hormel - Nude Contemporary abstract colorful painting, 2021

Paula Craioveanu
Nude at the Window - original art by Paula Craioveanu inspired Matisse

Katharina Hormel
Comfortable Posing for Matisse by K. Hormel - Nude Contemporary Oil painting, 2021

Katharina Hormel
Posing for Matisse by K. Hormel - Nude Contemporary abstract Oil painting, 2021

David Euler
Still Life, Homage to Matisse - Painting by David Euler - 1986, 1986

Raoul Dufy
Portrait of Matisse - Lithograph by Raoul Dufy - 1920, 1920

David Euler
Homage to Matisse, Magritte, and Ernst - Painting by David Euler - 2022, 2022

Yoram Katz
"Abstraction of Georges Rouault @ Henry Matisse" Painting 60x72 in by Yoram Katz, 1994

Mat Tomezsko
Free Paint: geometric abstract painting w/ collage in blue, inspired by Matisse, 2019

Paula Craioveanu
END OF INNOCENCE by Paula Craioveanu Large Blue Nude inspired by Matisse, 2024