Matisse, Henri, Signed Numbered Original Lithograph
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--> home current inventory search art knowledge art commentary buy art about us contact us Title: Le Repos du Modèle (The Model at Rest) Artist: Matisse, Henri Medium: Lithograph Image Size: 8 3/4 in x 11 15/16 in (22.2 x 30.4 cm) Sheet Size: 16 in x 17 in (40.6 cm x 43.2 cm) Framed Size: 32 3/4 in x 29 in (83.12 cm x 73.66 cm) Signature: Hand signed in pencil by Henri Matisse in the lower right margin with his signature also engraved in the plate in the upper right Edition: Out of the edition of 100 printed on Japon paper with only 85 prints hand-signed by Matisse in the lower right margin Condition: This work is in pristine condition- a great impression Description:This very famous image of the reclining nude executed in 1922 was an important precursor to the artist’s fascination with the odalisque, a theme which he would further explore starting in 1923. This work is printed on Chine volant and is from the first edition of a 100 proofs of which less than 85 examples were signed by the artist. Later, in a reduced and unsigned format, this work was published in a 1925 volume edited by Frapier entitled “Les peintres lithographes de Manet à Matisse”. An example of the work is currently held in the collection of the Bibliothèque Nationale, Paris. This present image is however from the earlier edition prior to the reduction of the plate. In the model’s positioning and attitude, one can see the artist developing his studies for the forthcoming series of paintings and graphic works which would feature the odalisque. Matisse first became fascinated by the theme of the odalisque upon viewing works by Ingres and Delacroix in the Louvre. Quoting the French artist Gustave Courbet, Matisse once stated, “I have simply wished to assert the reasoned and independent feeling of my own individuality within a total knowledge of tradition.” Within this context, Le Repos du Modèle is Matisse’s personal interpretation of tradition as well as a reflection of his independent aesthetic. Catalogue Raisonné & COA:It is fully documented and referenced in (copies will be enclosed as added documentation with the invoices that I will accompany the final sale of the work) : 1) Duthuit-Matisse, Marguerite and Claude Duthuit. Henri Matisse: Catalogue Raisonné de l’Œuvre Gravé - Tome II, Paris, 1983. Listed and illustrated as cat. no. 416 on pgs. 26-7. About the Framing:This work is mounted in an ornately carved Spanish-style frame with floral motifs intricately engraved in each of the 4 corners. Its subtle bronze highlights contrast nicely with the black accents along each side of the frame, emphasizing nicely Matisse’s use of light and shadow with Le repos du modèle. The framing is complete with a white, linen-wrapped mat and a matching bronze inner fillet set behind an archival, Plexiglass cover. Who is Masterworks Fine Art? Masterworks Fine Art, Inc. strives to be the best source of fine art for our clients and collectors all over the world. We believe the most direct way to accomplish this is by establishing a lifetime of personal and professional relationships with our clients. We are a full service art gallery, selling fine art originals at 25-50% off gallery retail prices. We have been collecting art since the early 1970's and have been dealing and selling art for over 20 years. We have been awarded the eBay Power Sellers Award, and we have over positive comments on our eBay rating feedback sheet. We have achieved a perfect 100% positive feedback from our clients. 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