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Henri Matisse’s Le Repos du Modèle (1922) is a delicate lithograph that captures the serene intimacy of a reclining nude model. The composition is rendered with fine pencil-like strokes, emphasizing soft textures and intricate details, such as the patterned wallpaper and the model's relaxed posture. The artwork conveys a sense of quiet introspection, characteristic of Matisse’s exploration of the human form in moments of rest. Measuring 29.2 × 37.5 cm (11 1/2 × 14 3/4 in), this lithograph is signed by the artist but not numbered, with the edition size unknown. A timeless piece, it reflects Matisse’s mastery of line and form in portraying the subtleties of human emotion and presence.

Henri Matisse (France, 1869–1954) was a pioneer of Fauvism, celebrated for his vibrant use of color and bold, expressive forms. His work spanned painting, sculpture, and paper cut-outs, with masterpieces like The Red Room and his Blue Nudes. Matisse's innovative approach continues to influence modern art and design.

Henri Matisse

D416 Le Repos Du Modele, 1922

Name: D416 Le Repos Du Modele, 1922
SKU: 15466
Price: 8600.00 USD
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Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

Medium

Lithograph

Lithograph Lithography is a printing method based on the principle that water and oil do not mix. It can be used to print artwork or text onto paper or other suitable materials. Traditionally, an image was drawn with wax, fat, or oil onto a lithographic limestone surface or plate. Today, metal plates and other surfaces are also used in lithographic printing.

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Drawing is putting a line around an idea.

- Henri Matisse

Henri Matisse was a French artist whose pioneering use of color and innovative techniques established him as one of the most influential figures in modern art. His practice spanned painting, sculpture, printmaking, and later, his renowned cut-out collages. As a leader of the Fauvist movement, Matisse used bold, non-naturalistic colors and expressive brushstrokes to create works that conveyed joy and emotion. His vibrant palette and simplified forms challenged traditional ideas of representation, focusing instead on harmony and the emotional impact of art.

In the later years of his career, Matisse developed his iconic 'cut-outs,' where he used scissors to create dynamic shapes from painted paper. This revolutionary technique demonstrated his lifelong commitment to exploring the essence of form and color. Themes of nature, human figures, and interior spaces permeate his work, which celebrates beauty and vitality. Matisse’s legacy stands alongside that of Picasso, shaping the course of 20th-century art and inspiring countless generations of artists.

Henri Matisse

D416 Le Repos Du Modele, 1922

29.2 x 37.5 cm

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