Black Nude II

This iconic by Henri Matisse was originally a blue coloured lithograph, made from gouache decoupees (cut-outs) which were then glued onto paper. depicts a female nude model in a seated position, legs intertwined with one arm stretched behind her neck, which represents Matisse's nudes series perfectly. What gives the nude her considerable clarity of impact is the curved lines and the emphatic exaggeration of her limbs and the simple, elegant black and white colour palette. A stunning balance has been struck between organic and geometric form which creates a captivating statement piece at any size and worthy of a special place in a bedroom, hallway, living room or bathroom space.