Matisse : The Pursuit of Harmony

'Matisse: The Pursuit of Harmony' is a stunning gathering of more than 40 paintings, drawings and sculptures [....] Over and over again, he seduces us with color, engages us with delectable subject matter, and then stuns us with his overwhelming pictorial intelligence and inventiveness.' ― WALL STREET JOURNAL

A handsome book exploring Matisse's a pproach to form and the figure and how it inspired him to evolve as an artist

A unique opportunity to experience the full brilliance of Matisse, featuring major works from museums, foundations, and private collections—many rarely shown in the United States. 

This definitive volume offers an unparalleled look at Henri Matisse’s lifelong pursuit of form, created to accompany a landmark exhibition. Showcasing more than fifty paintings, works on paper, and sculptures, it brings together a remarkable range of material in one beautifully crafted book.

The publication underscores the interdisciplinary nature of Matisse’s practice, presenting the dialogue between the artist’s two- and three-dimensional work. It traces his evolution from the early years of the twentieth century through his boldly innovative postwar period. A major contribution to Matisse studies and an indispensable resource for collectors, scholars, and art enthusiasts, this volume preserves a rare, non-traveling exhibition for a global audience—offering a vivid, enduring record of Matisse’s transformative vision.

• Author: John Klein
• Hardcover: 275 pages | 90 illustrations
• Language: English
• Publication date: September 2026
• ISBN: 9780847877645
• Product Dimensions: 31.3 x 25.4 cm