Kathy With a Yellow Dress 1951

Henri Matisse's "Kathy With a Yellow Dress" is a 1951 painting that exemplifies his signature Fauvist style. The work features a simplified, almost cartoonish figure of a woman clothed in a bright yellow dress against a vibrant blue background. Matisse's bold brushstrokes and use of pure color evoke a sense of energy and movement, while the simplified forms create a sense of immediacy and intimacy.