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The World According to Matisse
Series: The World According To
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A compact, illustrated collection of Henri Matisse's insights into art and life. In addition to being a formidable artist, Henri Matisse (1869-1954) was a prolific letter writer and regular contributor to many publications. Following in the successful format of 'The World According to ...' series, this...
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A compact, illustrated collection of Henri Matisse's insights into art and life.
In addition to being a formidable artist, Henri Matisse (1869-1954) was a prolific letter writer and regular contributor to many publications. Following in the successful format of 'The World According to ...' series, this anthology of quotations unites Matisse's thoughts and artworks to construct a unique view of the world, as seen through the eyes of one of the greatest artists of the twentieth century.
Covering topics ranging from fame - 'An artist must never be ... a prisoner of success' - to war and occupation - 'All is well here, but we see things that are hilarious and dreadful all at once' - art - 'All colours sing together; they have the essential force of a choir' - and work - 'When you work to please other people, you achieve nothing' - The World According to Henri Matisse paints the picture of a life as lively as it was rich.
Beautifully designed and illustrated with works of art from throughout Matisse's storied career, this is the perfect gift for art lovers everywhere.
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780500029312
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 12 March 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Illustration: 70 Illustrations, color
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 120.0mm
Height: 170.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 176
About the Author
Louise Rogers Lalaurie is a writer and award-winning translator. Her published translations include sixteen novels and more than thirty non-fiction titles covering the fine and decorative arts, design and travel. She is the author of Matisse: The Books (Thames & Hudson, 2020).
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