Henri Matisse - Matisse's Oasis (Stedelijk Museum exhibition catalogue - 2015)

Catalogue accompanying the major Matisse exhibition at the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam in 2015.

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The world-famous paintings, drawings, sculptures, and cutouts of Henri Matisse (1869–1954) are among the most admired artworks of the first half of the twentieth century. The exhibition *The Oasis of Matisse* offers a distinctive look at the work of this artist, intertwining Matisse's art with the collection of the Stedelijk Museum. This book showcases the remarkable combinations of Matisse's paintings and drawings with masterpieces by Marc Chagall, Paul Cézanne, Vincent van Gogh, and Pablo Picasso, among others. A prominent role is also reserved for Matisse's late work, including one of the public favorites from the Stedelijk's collection: the monumental cutout *The Parrot and the Mermaid*.

Thus, the book and exhibition offer a multifaceted and inspiring journey through the oeuvre of Henri Matisse, the Stedelijk collection, and the art history of the twentieth century. The essays by art historians Patrice Deparpe and Maurice Rummens provide insight into the key themes and decisive moments in the life and work of Henri Matisse. Furthermore, the memoirs of Matisse's studio assistant Paule Caen-Martin offer a glimpse behind the scenes of this great master.