Odalisque
- Artist
- Henri Matisse
- Date
- 1923
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
- Location
- Stedelijk Museum
Henri Matisse's Odalisque With Raised Arms (1923) is an oil on canvas measuring 23 by 26 inches, housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. Reflecting his evolving style, this painting showcases his fascination with female nudes inspired by his trip to Morocco. The composition blends elements of Expressionism and genre painting, portraying an exotic odalisque seated with arms raised. Many of the female figures, modeled after his main muse Henriette Darricarrère, emphasize sensuality and intimacy, highlighting Matisse’s interest in capturing mood and color over strict realism.
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