Henriette lisant c. 1923

"Henriette lisant" is a charcoal drawing by Henri Matisse from around 1923. It portrays a woman, likely Henriette, Matisse's wife, lost in thought as she reads, her hand resting on her forehead. Matisse's use of charcoal creates a sense of depth and shadow, emphasizing the sitter's contemplative mood. This drawing is a testament to Matisse's talent for capturing the human form and inner life in a simple yet expressive manner.