Cover of Matisse

Matisse

Taschen Basic Art series

Henri Matisse (1869-1954), a cofounder of Fauvism, understood the expressive power of pure colors and simple forms. As seen here, his color harmonies can be analogous to musical compositions, complex and expressive. Full-color reproductions and thorough text provide a quick yet solid introduction to this master.

Audience
adult
Length
short · 96 pages

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