Figure Assise Et Le Torse Grec (La Gandoura) 1935

Henri Matisse's 1935 "Figure Assise Et Le Torse Grec (La Gandoura)" is a prime example of the artist's signature style. The simplified forms and vibrant colors, characteristic of his work, are evident in this piece. The subject, likely a model, sits in a chair with a white gown, their pose rendered with bold lines and flat planes of color. Behind the figure, a plaster cast of a Greek torso, a potted plant, and a stool are positioned against a background of muted purple and green. The artwork's title highlights the artist's fascination with the classical world. Matisse's "Figure Assise Et Le Torse Grec (La Gandoura)" is a visually striking and evocative work.