Bidspirit auction | Henri Matisse Manner of: Reclining

Henri Matisse Manner of: Reclining Nude - Henri Emile Benoit Matisse (French, 1869-1954) Manner of: Reclining Nude, ink on paper, initialed lower right, unframed. Matisse was known for both his use of colour and his fluid and original draughtsmanship. He was a draughtsman, printmaker, and sculptor, but is known primarily as a painter. Matisse is accepted as one of the most influential modern painters and crowned as the leader of Fauvism, a 20th century movement that favored a painterly style and bold, expressive use of color over the representational or naturalistic values of the Impressionist movement before. 11 x 9 inches unframed. Henri Matisse Very good aged condition, the paper is discolored by age. NOTE: If documentation is not listed, the lot is sold without documents. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. Color fidelity of photos presented is not guaranteed. Lack of a condition statement does not imply that a lot is perfect. Please examine photos, read descriptions, and contact the Gallery with any questions prior to bidding.