Pasiphaé, Chante De Minos (Le Cretois), 1944 poster by Henri Matisse

Henri Matisse’s originally created this work in 1944 for his renowned artist book 'Pasiphaé: Chant de Minos (Les Crétois)', a retelling of the ancient Greek myth. Inspired by Greek black-figure vase painting, Matisse used a linocut technique to create solid black forms that contrast wonderfully against delicate white lines.

Approximate Dimensions: 40.00 x 32.00cm. Printed on watercolour paper.

Please hang away from direct sunlight to prevent fading. We send posters rolled in tubes.