Still Life with Geranium

Henri Matisse

Created:
Movement:
1906
Fauvism
key Notes:
Vibrant color palette, Fauvist composition.
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Dimensions:
100.3 × 81.5 cm (39 1/2 × 32 1/8 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Henri Matisse: "Still Life with Geranium" (1906)

"Still Life with Geranium" is a notable work by Henri Matisse, created in 1906 using oil on canvas. This painting exemplifies Matisse's exploration of color and form, which would become central to his artistic practice. The use of vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes in this piece reflects the influence of Fauvism, a movement Matisse helped pioneer. During this period, Matisse was increasingly interested in the expressive potential of color, a hallmark of his later works. The painting's composition, featuring a geranium, highlights Matisse's ability to transform everyday objects into dynamic visual experiences. Matisse's contributions to modern art, particularly through his innovative use of color, have had a lasting impact on the development of 20th-century art.

Description of the work:

Still Life with Geranium by Henri Matisse

Henri Matisse's "Still Life with Geranium," created in 1906, is an oil on canvas that exemplifies the Fauvist style through its bold use of color and expressive brushwork. The painting features a vibrant arrangement of a geranium plant, capturing the essence of Matisse's innovative approach to form and color.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Still Life with Geranium