Henri Matisse: Paper Cut-Outs

Description

Henri Matisse: Paper Cut-Outs is a beautifully curated exhibition catalogue celebrating one of the most inventive periods in the career of the celebrated French artist, Henri Matisse. Published to accompany the landmark 1977–78 exhibition that travelled through St. Louis, Detroit, and Washington, this volume offers a comprehensive exploration of Matisse’s late-career innovation — his paper cut-outs. The catalogue opens with an introduction by Jack Cowart and includes scholarly essays by noted art historians Jack Flam, François Fourcade, and Terry Neff, shedding light on Matisse’s creative process, techniques, and artistic significance.

Featuring 24 striking colour plates alongside an array of black and white illustrations, the book showcases Matisse’s mastery in transforming simple materials into dynamic, abstract compositions that burst with energy and colour. Supplementary content includes a listing of previous exhibitions, an index, photo credits, and acknowledgments, making it both a scholarly resource and a visual delight. The cut-outs, often described as ‘drawing with scissors,’ mark Matisse’s joyful and bold response to ill health and physical limitations in his final years.

Perfect for art historians, collectors, and fans of 20th-century modernism, Henri Matisse: Paper Cut-Outs offers a vivid look into the artist’s most spirited and imaginative works.