Le Bouquet de Roses–Femme Accoudée
Henri Matisse
1920
- Year：1920
- Medium：Oil on canvas
- Dimensions：33 × 41 cm
Introduction
As the founder and leading representative of Fauvism, Henri Matisse was one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, known for his bold colours and unrestrained brushwork. Upon his arrival in Nice, France, in 1917, Matisse frequently visited Renoir, who lived nearby, where they painted together and exchanged ideas. Amidst the unique light of the city, Matisse launched bold and avant-garde experiments of colours, gradually breaking away from his rigorous style, initiating key changes in painting that had given rise to the artist’s critical “Nice Period. ” Le Bouquet de Roses–Femme Accoudée is a quintessential work from this era. From the intricate lace of the model’s clothing, to the winding patterns on the armchair, the wavy edge of the tabletop, the rounded vase, and the lush roses—every detail reveals Matisse’s revitalized creative power in composition and colour.
