History: Henri Matisse born in 1869

Color, Form, and Joy: Happy Birthday, Henri Matisse!
What a perfect way to end the year! On this day, December 31st, in 1869, the world welcomed the French painter and sculptor, Henri Matisse. Matisse was a master of color and a principal figure in the development of modern art. Initially known as a leader of Fauvism (the “wild beasts”) for his bold, non-naturalistic use of color, he spent his long, illustrious career seeking to express emotion through pure color and simplified forms. From his dazzling paintings to his innovative paper cut-outs, Matisse’s work is characterized by its vibrancy, decorative patterning, and profound sense of joy.

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