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Matisse (Basic Art)

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Format: Hardcover, Illustrated


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The work of Henri Matisse (1869–1954) reflects an ongoing belief in the power of brilliant colors and simple forms. Though famed in particular for his paintings, Matisse also worked with drawing, sculpture, lithography, stained glass, and collage, developing his unique cut-out medium when old age left him unable to stand and paint. Matisse’s subjects were often conventional: nudes, portraits, and figures in landscapes, Oriental scenes, and interior views, but in his handling of bold color and fluid draftsmanship, he secured his place as a 20th-century master. It was Matisse’s palette that particularly thrilled the modern imagination. With vivid blue, amethyst purple, egg-yolk yellow, and many shades beyond he liberated his work from a meticulous representation of reality and sought instead a “vital harmony,” often referring to music as an inspiration or analogy for his work. A comprehensive and informative source, this lavishly illustrated publication includes preparatory studies, full-page reproductions, and enlarged details. Discover the artist's adventurous path, from the chromatic brilliance of his Fauve period, right through to his invention of gouache cut-outs at the ripe age of 80. Each image has been reproduced with painstaking care to create a viewing experience worthy of the expressionist par excellence. The bard of color deserves no less. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ TASCHEN


Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 15, 2016


Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 95 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 3836529041


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 44


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.24 x 9.88 x 0.28 inches


Part of series ‏ : ‎ Basic Art


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  • Great buy
Format: Hardcover
Great overview of the artist with wonderful graphics! Worth every penny.
Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2025 by Kent Bradshaw

  • Matisse Master of Color
Format: Paperback
I bought this to better understand Matisse's work and his use of color and I wasn't disappointed. I am currently what I would call a representative artist that wants to fully understand abstract impressionist painting and the thinking behind the varied artists. I bought this first and liked it for the essays and the art. I also am reading Diebenkorn, who was an admirer of Matisse and conflicted, it seems, between abstraction and representative art; although he excelled and known for the former, he still found the need to reprise his experience in figurative and landscape art over his lifetime. If you enjoy Matisee, Master of Color is a good book to better understand what he was thinking during some of these times. It isn't a large book so it only gives you a brief look at some of his work in color. Diebenkorn's work during his Berkeley years is far more expansive and enlightening on the subject of abstract impressionism and a compliment to Matisse as well. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2013 by Marshgator

  • I'm happy.
Format: Hardcover
Good art.
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2024 by C. Priem

  • Nude photo on back made things a little awkward with my parents
Format: Hardcover
Great book but do be aware there is an image of a fully nude woman on the back cover of the book (really not an issue but opening this box in front of my parents was a little.. awkward) but still a great book!
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2020 by Drew M

  • Good summary, enough pictures
Format: Hardcover
Good summary, enough pictures, and quick delivery
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2024 by CF

  • Henri Matisse, 1869-1954: Master of Colour an Artist Statement from Joey M. Robinson
Format: Paperback
Cheers to Amazon, Thank you for the excellent delivery on my latest purchase. Henri Matisse has had a everlasting impression on my life as a artist and person. It's great to know that whatever artist comes to mind I can find it on Amazon. I am doing research on Henri Matisse and needed this book in a timely manner. I was not disappointed..... I look forward to my future purchase. Thanks, Joey ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2013 by Joey M Robinson

  • GREAT COFFEE TABLE BOOK
Format: Hardcover
A must read with a present exhibition in New York and the upcoming exhibition in Philadelphia.
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2022 by Kayaker

  • Gets to the point
Format: Hardcover
Mainly color prints of paintings . Not too many words
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2022 by Jeffrey D. Harrison

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