Landscape of Corsica
1898
About this artwork
This small-scale oil painting depicts a sun-drenched landscape in Corsica, characteristic of Matisse's early experimentation with vibrant color. It features loose, expressive brushwork typical of his transition toward the Fauvist movement.
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During his stay in Corsica in 1898, Henri Matisse was deeply influenced by the intense Mediterranean light, which spurred his departure from traditional color palettes. This period is considered a turning point in his career, as he began to use bold, non-naturalistic colors that would soon become the hallmark of the Fauvism movement.
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Landscape of Corsica
Henri Matisse, 1898
