Henri Matisse original etching "La Cite - Notre Dame"
Artist: Henri Matisse
Price:
$2,500.00
Medium: Prints
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Creation Date: 1937
Materials: etching
Dimensions: 14" x 11"
Finish: Unframed
About the Item: Medium: original etching. This impression on Canson et Montgolfier wove paper was printed in 1937 in an edition of 500 for the "Paris 1937" portfolio. Printed at the atelier of Jean-Gabriel Daragnes, this art and literary album celebrated Paris in 1937, with original etchings from important artists of the time, and essays from leading writers. Plate size: 13 1/8 x 10 1/8 inches (333 x 262 mm). With narrow margins (as published) the sheet size is: 13 5/8 x 10 5/8 inches (345 x 273 mm). Signed in the plate, not hand-signed.
About The Artist
Henri Matisse (1869-1954) was a groundbreaking French artist, born in Le Cateau-Cambrésis. A leader of the Fauvist movement, Matisse is celebrated for his revolutionary use of color and form. His illustrious career spanned painting, sculpture, printmaking, and collage, making him a pivotal figure in 20th-century art. Notable for works like "The Dance" (1910) and "The Red Studio" (1911), Matisse's oeuvre evolved through various styles, from Post-Impressionism to his later experiments in abstraction. A master of modern art, his bold compositions and expressive use of color continue to influence generations of artists. Matisse's enduring legacy lies in his ability to innovate and transcend traditional boundaries, leaving an indelible mark on the trajectory of modern art.
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