Dix Danseuses VIII 1925 - 1926

"Dix Danseuses VIII" is a 1925-1926 drawing by Henri Matisse, depicting a dancer in a relaxed pose. Matisse's use of charcoal and the sketch-like quality of the lines, along with his unique way of rendering the form of the body, contributes to a sense of fluidity and movement in the image. This work is part of a series of sketches depicting dancers, highlighting Matisse's fascination with the human figure and his experimental approach to drawing.