The Green Pumpkin 1916

"The Green Pumpkin" (1916) by Henri Matisse is a still life painting featuring a prominent green pumpkin in the foreground, placed on a colorful tablecloth that appears to be a windowsill. The background depicts a landscape view with a house, trees, and a cloudy sky. Matisse's signature use of bold colors and simplified forms is evident, creating a visually captivating scene. The painting exemplifies the artist's exploration of color and composition, characteristic of his Fauvist style.