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Explores the French painter's life and development as an artist, his involvement with Fauvism, and his continued experimentation with art.
Matisse ANNOTATION
Explores the French painter's life and development as an artist, his involvement with Fauvism, and his continued experimentation with art.
FROM THE PUBLISHER
This series introduces young readers to the world's most celebrated painters and sculptors. Each title assesses the achievement of the artist, focusing on his most famous works. Preliminary sketches and materials are discussed. Hands-on projects allow the reader to experience with the artist's techniques.
Matisse traces the life of the artist from his childhood in northern France to his final years. Pictures specially commissioned for this book show where Matisse lived and worked. The book discusses Matisse's relationship with his fellow artists, and his achievements as a dedicated and experimental artist whose work continues to influence modern art today.