Part of Henri Matisse’s rare and poetic Poésies Antillaises series, this lithograph exemplifies the master’s ability to distil form and emotion into a few lines. The artwork pairs a fluid, minimalist portrait of a woman with accompanying poetry — a fusion of visual and literary rhythm that defined Matisse’s late-career collaborations.
Drawn during the final chapter of Matisse’s life (1946–1953), the Poésies Antillaises works reflect his deep engagement with Caribbean poetry, printed in beautifully bound livre d’artiste portfolios. These pieces are revered for their elegance, lightness of line, and contemplative spirit.
Framed with archival materials and accompanied by full provenance documentation.
Published by Mourlot, Paris, 1972.
