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Henri Matisse - La Chute d'Icare (The Fall of Icarus) (1945)
Henri Matisse - La Chute d'Icare (The Fall of Icarus) (1945)
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Original Pochoir (stencil print) by Henri Matisse – La Chute d'Icare (The Fall of Icarus), 1945
Henri Matisse's La Chute d'Icare (The Fall of Icarus), created in 1945, is a stunning example of his later work, showcasing his innovative pochoir technique. This piece, which originates from Matisse's distinctive cut-paper maquette, was published in Verve, Volume IV, No. 13 in Paris.
• Title: La Chute d'Icare (The Fall of Icarus)
• Signature and Date: Printed in the plate, not by hand
• Year: 1945
• Technique: Pochoir (stencil print)
• Dimensions: 13 3/4 inches by 10 1/4 inches (348 mm by 260 mm)
• Publisher: Tériade, Éditions de la Revue Verve, Paris
• Printer: Draeger Freres, Paris
• Reference: Duthuit 104
• Unframed
Matisse's portrayal of the Icarus myth in this work is both dynamic and timeless. The vibrant and bold shapes echo the artist’s signature style, with color and form capturing the dramatic essence of Icarus’ fall. La Chute d'Icare stands as a testament to Matisse’s masterful ability to blend simplicity with profound emotional depth, using the pochoir technique to convey a moment both serene and tragic.
