Louise Rogers Lalaurie

The World According to Matisse

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ISBN: 9780500029312
Author : Louise Rogers Lalaurie
Published: 2026
Publisher: Hachette UK Distribution Ltd
Number of pages: 175
Language: English
Format: Hardback

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"The moment I held the box of colors in my hands, I sensed that here was my life." — Henri MatisseIn addition to being a formidable painter, Henri Matisse (1869– 1954) was a remarkable graphic artist, sculptor, printmaker, as well as a prolific letter writer. Following in the successful format of The World According to . . . series, this anthology of quotations unites Matisse's thoughts and artworks to construct a unique view of the world, as seen through the eyes of one of the greatest artists of the twentieth century.The World According to MatisseBorn in Le Cateau, France, Henri Matisse initially trained as a lawyer before moving to Paris to become a professional artist. There, he would give rise to the first of the avant-garde movements, creating paintings that shocked his contemporaries and permanently altered the course of modern art.Beautifully designed and illustrated with works of art from throughout Matisse's storied career, this is the perfect gift for art lovers everywhere.

A compact, illustrated collection of Henri Matisse’s insights into art and life.

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