This exhibition may appear straightforward at first glance, showcasing the painted, drawn, and engraved portraits created by Henri Matisse (1869-1954) of his daughter, Marguerite Duthuit-Matisse (1894-1982). While it is typical for artists to depict their family members as subjects, Matisse stands out as one of the most enigmatic artists of his era, and Marguerite’s life was both extraordinary and challenging. A key detail that highlights the uniqueness of their relationship is the exhibition’s collection of nearly one hundred portraits of Marguerite by her father. However, this impressive quantity does not represent a complete catalog of his work.
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Among these pieces, some are widely recognized, such as Marguerite Reading from 1906 and Marguerite with Black Cat from 1910, which frequently appear in retrospectives and literature. Conversely, there are lesser-known works that are equally captivating, like Mademoiselle Matisse in a Scottish Tartan Coat from 1918 and Sleeping Marguerite from 1920, which have seldom been exhibited until now. Additionally, the exhibition features numerous drawings—created with ink, charcoal, or pencil on notebook pages or fine paper—that include some of Matisse’s finest sketches.
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