Danseuse Creol by Henri Matisse Poster

Reproduction of an original colour lithograph by Henri Matisse. The print features a dancing female figure in a brightly coloured dress with a red floral pattern, set against a warm yellow and orange background. The woman's body is stylised and abstracted, with flowing curves and sinuous lines that suggest movement and energy. Matisse's use of vivid colour and simplified forms creates a sense of joy and spontaneity, capturing the joyful spirit of the dancer.

Henri Matisse (1869-1954) was a French artist known for his innovative use of colour and form in painting and sculpture. He was a leading figure in the Fauvism art movement, which emphasised vibrant colours and bold brushstrokes, and later in his career, he became known for his paper cutouts. Matisse's work often featured simplified forms and decorative patterns, and he was particularly interested in the interplay of shapes and colours.

The web image shows a watermark in the shape of a P which isn't included on the printed poster. This poster is printed by a third-party provider (Rosenstiels) on 250gsm coated art paper, which differs from other prints in our shop. Danseuse Creol by Henri Matisse has a built-in white border that frames the motif elegantly. The position of the elements in the artwork alters slightly depending on the size of the poster.