Martiniquaise 1945

"Martiniquaise," a 1945 charcoal drawing by Henri Matisse, portrays a woman with a somber expression. The subject's head is tilted down, and her eyes gaze directly at the viewer. The loose lines and shading used by Matisse highlight the figure's features, creating a sense of intimacy and immediacy. This work is characteristic of Matisse's later style, known for its simplified forms and expressive use of line.