Henri Matisse (1869-1954) (after) - "Goldfish, 1912"

- Henri Matisse (after), giclée print on heavyweight smooth matte paper. (300gsm approx.).

- Vibrant colors.

- Copyright Succession H. Matisse.

- Stamp on verso.

- Condition: excellent. Never framed, never exposed.

- Size: 40 x 59,5cm.

- Henri Matisse (1869–1954) was a French painter, draughtsman, and sculptor, and one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Known for his use of vibrant color and fluid, expressive forms, Matisse was a central figure in the development of modern art. He initially trained in law, but turned to art in his twenties and studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris.

Matisse is best known as the leading figure of Fauvism, a short-lived but highly impactful movement characterized by bold, non-naturalistic color and simplified forms. Over the course of his career, he evolved from more structured post-Impressionist painting toward increasingly abstract and decorative work, including his famous paper cut-outs in his later years. His art sought to convey harmony, joy, and serenity, often emphasizing the emotional and decorative power of pure color.

Goldfish is one of Henri Matisse’s most celebrated works, painted during a pivotal period when he was experimenting with space, perspective, and exotic motifs. In this composition, a cylindrical glass bowl containing goldfish sits amid potted plants and a colorful interior. The work reflects Matisse’s interest in tranquility, contemplation, and decorative beauty inspired in part by his travels to Morocco, where he observed how locals spent time quietly watching fish.

The piece is notable for its flattened perspective, intense complementary color contrasts (especially orange and green), and simplified shapes that draw attention to form and pattern over realism. Goldfish is a perfect example of Matisse’s belief that art should be “a soothing, calming influence on the mind", a kind of visual balm.

Matisse’s works are among the most valuable and respected in the history of modern art. Major oil paintings regularly sell for $10 million to over $50 million, depending on period and subject.

Goldfish is studied as a quintessential example of Matisse’s mastery of color and emotional depth through simplicity.

Some artists of similar importance, Basquiat, Picasso, Hockney, Lichtenstein, Sorolla, Banksy, Brainwash, Miró, Nara, Soulages, Lagasse, Ramos, Rothko, Lautrec, Lempicka, Modigliani, Hirst, Chagall, Koons, Haring, Indiana, Mondrian, Groening, Richter, Monroe, Kusama, Murakami, Testa, Villemot, Oldenburg, Hopper, Ripolles, Wesselmann, Gauguin, Monet, Cezanne, Van Gogh, Botero, Katz, Braque, among others.














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