Still Life with Gourds (1916) by Henri Matisse - Poster
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Black fills this painting, yet the mood is far from sombre. In 1916, Matisse was exploring black as a colour in its own right, using it to hold light rather than absorb it. This still life is one outcome of that experiment.
Notice the objects he has brought together: yellow gourds on a plate, a basket, white and green flowers with one red bloom, an ornate object resembling a lantern and, to the right, the profile of a plaster head with its hair pinned up. A window above admits a patch of green, while a yellow frame and pink rug provide warmer touches.
The composition hints at Cubism, though with a gentler feel. We can picture it in a dining room or kitchen in a British home where a little drama is welcome. It’s available in several sizes, with the option of adding a frame. Explore related pieces in our Henri Matisse prints and posters.
To discover where this period sits in his life, read our biography of Matisse.
- Unique wall art designed by Posterscape's talented artists in France, printed and shipped from the United Kingdom 🇬🇧.
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- High-quality oak frames, chosen to match diverse UK interior styles.
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