Tête d’une jeune fille 1947

"Tête d’une jeune fille" (Head of a Young Girl), a 1947 ink drawing by Henri Matisse, exemplifies the artist's signature style. Matisse's bold, simplified lines, capturing the essence of a young woman's face and a ruffled collar against a plain background, highlight his focus on form and color. The drawing's simplicity showcases Matisse's mastery of line, drawing viewers into the youthful subject's gaze. This work is a prime example of Matisse's influential style, characterized by its bold use of color and simplified forms, that paved the way for modern art.