The case

The exhibition at Fondation Beyeler showcases over 70 major works borrowed from esteemed European and American institutions as well as private collectors. This retrospective marks a significant event in the art world as it is the first of its kind in Switzerland and the German-speaking region in nearly two decades.

Source: Fondation Beyeler – 22 September 2024 to 26 January 2025

The commentary

Henri Matisse’s work left a significant mark on modern art.

His artistry, spanning from 1869 to 1954, plays an important role in art history. By liberating color from traditional constraints and simplifying forms, Matisse revolutionized painting, infusing it with a newly found sense of lightness, his impact transcending time, inspiring artists across generations.

With a total of 1,054 known paintings, Matisse’s artistic legacy is vast and varied. Institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art have displayed his works, underscoring his enduring popularity and influence in the art world.

Matisse’s artworks have fetched significant prices at auctions, with values ranging from USD 1 to an eye-watering USD 80,750,000. Odalisque Couchée aux Magnolias e.g. achieved a record price of USD 80.8 million at a Christie’s auction held in New York on 8 May 8 2018, solidifying its place as his most expensive painting.

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