Blue Nude 1952

"Blue Nude" is a 1952 painting by Henri Matisse, a prominent figure of the Fauvist movement. It depicts a female nude rendered in a bold, simplified blue silhouette against a stark white background. This style is characteristic of Matisse's later work, known as "cut-outs," where he used colored paper to create large-scale compositions, emphasizing form and color over detailed representation. This artwork showcases Matisse's mastery of abstract expression and his exploration of the female form in a simplified, expressive, and visually impactful way.