Henri Matisse – 1939 heliogravure after charcoal portrait drawing of a woman
$ 50.16
Description
Henri Matisse – 1939 heliogravure after charcoal portrait drawing of a woman. An original heliogravure print after a charcoal drawing by Henri Matisse, dated 13 September 1936. It was printed in 1939 - while Matisse was still alive - as part of a curated edition of his drawings published in Paris. An original heliogravure print after a charcoal drawing by Henri Matisse, dated 13 September 1936. It was printed in 1939 - while Matisse was still alive - as part of a curated edition of his drawings published in Paris. The print was produced by Braun & Cie, a renowned French printing house known for their technical mastery in heliogravure reproductions. Their work for museums and contemporary artists set the standard for fine art printing in the early 20th century. Here, the soft tonal modelling and grain of the original charcoal are accurately preserved in the print. The sketch is understated, yet deliberate. The woman’s face emerges through soft shadows and confident contours, with minimal detail beyond the essentials. Her gaze is steady and calm, while the surrounding forms - hair and clothing - are lightly suggested. Mounted in a natural-white passe-partout (40 × 50 cm, acid-free paper), ready to be framed. Artist: Henri Matisse (1869–1954) Title of print: [Untitled portrait dated 13/IX/36] Print date: 1939 Passe-partout dimensions: 40 × 50 cm Image dimensions: approx. 25 × 33 cm Type: Heliogravure From: Les Dessins d’Henri Matisse, Galerie d’Estampes / Les Éditions Braun & Cie, Paris Authenticity: This is an original print from the above publication. Condition: The print is in very good condition, with some soft creasing visible in the upper corners. There may be other slight spotting, yellowing, or minor blemishes that are consistent with its age. Please carefully review the photos before making your purchase. Feel free to send a message with any questions or to request more photos.
