Decorative Figure on an Ornamental Background (1925) by Henri Matisse - Poster Spring We love how this piece

We love how this piece feels both ancient and intimate

The crisp white ground gives the artwork room to breathe

It adds a sense of wonder to any space

Mood: poised

This artwork celebrates the spirit of Italian engineering

Decorative Figure on an Ornamental Background (1925) by Henri Matisse - Poster Spring We love how this pieceA quiet pose meets a feast of pattern. In this print of Henri Matisse, a seated nude rests beside a bowl of lemons and a potted plant, framed by ornate motifs, carpets and a gilded mirror. Blues, saffron, chestnut and leafy greens step forward in flat fields, then retreat behind the figure. The contrast feels purposeful. Calm body, lively room. Matisses hallmark rhythm of color and shape guides the eye from skin to textile to wall. We read volume