Henri Matisse (1869-1954) (after) - "Nu Bleu IV, 1952"

- Henri Matisse (after), offset lithograph on textured matte paper.(approx. 300gsm, refers to paper thickness/density). 2000s.

- Signed in the plate.

- Embossed stamp.

- Stamp on verso.

- Ready to frame. The pic in which the item appears framed is a simulated recreation for illustrative purposes only, the frame and other decorative elements shown in it are not included in the lot you are bidding on.

- Condition: excellent. Never framed, never exposed.

- Size: 43 x 53cm.

- Henri Matisse’s “Blue Nude IV”, 1952 is one of the most iconic expressions of the artist’s revolutionary cut-out technique, in which colour, drawing and sculpture are united through the simple act of cutting painted paper. The seated female figure is constructed from broad shapes of intense ultramarine blue, separated by narrow passages of white that define the head, torso, bent limbs and elegant internal rhythms of the body. Although radically simplified, the pose retains a remarkable sense of weight, balance and introspection, transforming the classical nude into a modern emblem of freedom and pure form. Created during Matisse’s celebrated late period, the work connects naturally with Fauvism, modernism, abstraction and artists such as Picasso, Miró, Léger, Arp, Calder, Ellsworth Kelly and later David Hockney.

This work has exceptional decorative appeal for admirers of Henri Matisse, modern art, blue nudes, paper cut-outs, minimalist figuration, expressive colour and museum-inspired interiors. Its powerful combination of saturated cobalt blue and luminous white makes it especially suitable for a sophisticated living room, bedroom, entrance hall, office, creative studio, coastal house, luxury apartment or elegant contemporary home. It can sit beautifully beside pale wood, walnut, travertine, white marble, black lacquer, chrome, Murano glass, colourful ceramics, Eames furniture, Gio Ponti references, Scandinavian design, sculpture and refined designer lighting, creating a striking dialogue between art, architecture, colour and the human figure. With its instantly recognisable silhouette and calm monumental presence, “Blue Nude IV” is also a distinctive gift for lovers of Matisse, French modernism and timeless interior design.

For those interested in Matisse, Picasso, Miró, Léger, Calder, Arp, Kandinsky, Mondrian, Hockney, Warhol, Basquiat, Haring, Lichtenstein, Banksy, Shepard Fairey, Kaws and Karl Lagasse, this image offers a rare combination of simplicity, sensuality, historical importance and decorative strength. Its timeless modern identity fits perfectly with today’s trend for curated interiors, where fine art prints can live naturally beside mid-century design, luxury objects, Cartier, Rolex, Patek Philippe, Chanel, Dior, Gucci, champagne, rare collectibles, Lego, Star Wars, Pokémon and other icons of creativity, rarity and collecting. A bold, serene and unmistakably Matisse composition, ideal for adding colour, balance, sophistication and character to any interior.