Anemones and Chinese Vase (Anémones au vase chinois)
Lithograph or high-quality art print on paper • Henri Matisse (after)
Style & Movement
Modernism / Fauvism influence; School of Paris
Medium & Technique
Lithography or offset lithography after an original oil painting; characterized by flat color planes and fluid contours
Creation Period
Original painting circa 1934; this print likely mid-to-late 20th century
Dimensions & Format
Standard landscape format; approximately 24 x 32 inches (image size), framed to approx. 34 x 42 inches
Subject Description
A vibrant still life featuring a white pedestal bowl with fruit, a Chinese-style blue and white porcelain vase with anemones, and scattered lemons on a pink patterned tablecloth. The background shows simplified architectural molding and yellow-striped drapery typical of Matisse's Nice period compositions.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; colors appear vibrant through the glass, though the paper may have slight acidic yellowing typical of commercial matting
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $400 (as a decorative high-quality print)
Auction Estimate
$100 - $300
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a gallery or high-end decor retailer; no specific gallery labels are visible on the front, but the professional metal framing suggests a late 20th-century residential origin
Art Historical Significance
The original 1934 painting is a significant work from Matisse's decorative period, showcasing his mastery of pattern-on-pattern and the translation of 3D space into flattened, color-driven planes. As a print, it represents the widespread dissemination of Modernist aesthetics into the domestic sphere.
Notable Features
Features Matisse's printed signature in the lower left corner; the use of a burnt-sienna mat contrasts with the golden-yellow and pink tones of the artwork.
Condition Issues
Possible light-induced fading if displayed in direct sunlight; potential age-toning of the paper substrate; visible reflection on glass suggests non-UV protective glazing
Conservation Recommendations
Recommend reframing with acid-free archival matting and UV-protective glass to prevent future fading and paper degradation; avoid hanging in high-humidity areas