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Original lithograph printed in black ink on China paper. Proof impression, one of only five such proofs, annotated 'Essai' in pencil lower left, apart from the numbered edition of 60. Sheet size: 36.5 x 27.9 cm (14 3/8 x 11 in) Image size: 27.3 x 18.4 cm (10 3/4 x 7 1/4 in) Frame size: 62.2 x 49.8 x 3.8 cm (24 1/2 x 19 5/8 x 1 1/2 in)

Young Woman Sitting with Bouquet of Flower is an exceptionally rare lithograph from 1923, when Matisse's graphic line was reaching the fluid economy that would define his mature style. A seated young woman holds a generous bouquet, her pose at once casual and composed, rendered in confident black strokes on delicate China paper. As one of only five such proof impressions — annotated 'Essai' in pencil — this sheet represents the most intimate tier of the edition, capturing the artist's first thoughts in their purest form. The work bridges Matisse's early Fauvist energy and his later decorative mastery, making it a landmark in the evolution of twentieth-century drawing.

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

Young Woman Sitting with Bouquet of Flower, 1923

Name: Young Woman Sitting with Bouquet of Flower, 1923
SKU: 17074

Form

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.

Edition

Edition of 60 + proofs

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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

Young Woman Sitting with Bouquet of Flower, 1923

36.5 x 27.9 cm

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