Henri Matisse, Figur & Ornament

Precious fabrics and colourful patterns, breathtaking garments, carpets and everyday objects from the Middle East fascinated Henri Matisse (1869-1954), who travelled to Algeria and Morocco on numerous occasions. The interplay of figure and ornament is characteristic for his images of odalisques, harem ladies in their chambers or female nudes surrounded by light and airy fabrics. This volume brings together numerous high-quality paintings, sculptures, drawings and prints and provides insight into the artist's studio, ranging from the early 1920s through the late 1940s.