The Times Art Museum has launched a major retrospective of Henri Matisse’s printmaking, featuring 100 works that span his career from early line drawings to his iconic late-period cut-outs. Titled "Bathe in Color — A Journey of Lines, Body and Dreams," the exhibition includes significant collaborations with Paris-based workshops Mourlot Studios and Atelier Auval, highlighted by the vibrant composition La Gerbe.
This exhibition emphasizes accessibility and emotional resonance, moving away from the traditional "temple of art" model to offer a more immersive experience. By incorporating eleven interactive installations and focusing on Matisse’s response to social upheaval through simplified forms, the museum seeks to connect the artist's historical innovations in Fauvism and collage with a modern audience looking for creative sanctuary.