Created:
Movement:
1939
Fauvism
key Notes:
Vibrant color palette, Simplified floral forms
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Dimensions:
92 × 65 cm (36 3/16 × 25 5/8 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
New game
story of the work:

Henri Matisse's painting "Daisies" is a work that exemplifies his exploration of color and form, characteristic of his Fauvist period. Although the exact date of creation is unknown, the painting reflects Matisse's interest in simplifying shapes and using vibrant colors to convey emotion and aesthetic harmony.

Description of the work:

Henri Matisse's "Daisies" employs a vibrant color palette, characterized by bold, expressive brushstrokes that capture the essence of the flowers with a sense of immediacy and vitality. The composition is marked by a dynamic interplay of light and shadow, enhancing the textural quality of the oil on canvas and emphasizing Matisse's mastery in conveying the simplicity and beauty of the natural subject.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Daisies