Quote by: Henri Matisse

An artist must possess Nature. He must identify himself with her rhythm, by efforts that will prepare the mastery which will later enable him to express himself in his own language.


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Author Bio


  • NameHenri Matisse
  • DescriptionFrench artist
  • AliasesHenri-Émile-Benoît Matisse
  • BornDecember 31, 1869
  • DiedNovember 3, 1954
  • CountryFrance
  • ProfessionPainter; Sculptor
  • WorksDance (I); Blue Nude; Blue Nude II
  • AwardsKnight Of The Legion Of Honour