Laurette with Long Locks 1916

"Laurette with Long Locks" is a 1916 portrait by Henri Matisse, depicting a woman with long, flowing black hair that dominates the composition. The simplified forms and bold colors are characteristic of Matisse's Fauvist style. The portrait captures a moment of quiet contemplation, with the subject's gaze directed slightly downward, a sense of serenity and inner stillness. The woman is depicted in a white garment, set against a pale gray background.