Henri Matisse – “Madame De Pompadour” (Lithograph, 1959) Printed by Mourlot

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Henri Matisse – “Madame de Pompadour” Invitation Poster (Lithograph, 1959)
Printed by Mourlot for “Art in Posters” by Sauret after … Read more Henri Matisse – “Madame de Pompadour” Invitation Poster (Lithograph, 1959)
Printed by Mourlot for “Art in Posters” by Sauret after the original 1951 design.

This striking color lithograph is a posthumous edition of Henri Matisse’s celebrated 1951 poster design, “Madame de Pompadour reçoit…,” originally created for a reception at the Pavillon de Marsan in Paris. Issued in 1959 by the esteemed French publisher Sauret, this version was masterfully printed by Mourlot Frères for the iconic book Art in Posters, a collection showcasing great poster art of the 20th century.

The piece features Matisse’s iconic cut-out style, with dynamic geometric forms and a stylized feminine portrait. This is a superb example of the artist’s late-career collage technique, known as gouaches découpées, where he “painted with scissors” to create vibrant, modern compositions.

A fine collector’s item, this print combines the artistic genius of Matisse with the legendary craftsmanship of Mourlot—a cornerstone of modern printmaking in postwar France.

Perfect for:
Mid-century modern collectors, lovers of French graphic art, or anyone seeking an accessible and authentic Matisse for their collection.

Dimensions: 15 x 11 in. (38.1 x 27.9 cm)
Artist: Henri Matisse
Date: 1959 (after the 1951 original)
Medium: Color lithograph on paper
Printed by: Mourlot, Paris
Published by: Éditions Sauret for Art in Posters
Page: 43
Condition: Excellent vintage condition; minor toning to outer margins consistent with age
Signed in plate: “H. Matisse 51” See less