Figure Studies
Seated Riffian
Henri Matisse
A striking Fauvist portrait by Henri Matisse featuring bold color blocks and a commanding seated figure.
Portrait of Paul Poiret
André Derain
1915 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An expressive modernist portrait of famed fashion designer Paul Poiret by André Derain.
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Where it works
A quiet, grounding work with cool gray restraint — holds a composed wall with restraint.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Office · Study
- Placement
- Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
- Walls
- Benefits from a distinct wall tone
- Color notes
- Soft gray, Blue, Terracotta clay
About the piece
Painted around 1915, this portrait captures the avant-garde spirit of French couturier Paul Poiret. André Derain employs a bold modernist palette, contrasting a brilliant blue armchair and a vibrant orange tie against the luminous white of the sitter's suit.
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