Seated Riffian

Seated Riffian is an oil on canvas painting by Henri Matisse created in December 1912. This portrait depicts a Riff inhabitant from Morocco seated in a relaxed pose, dressed in vibrant green. Matisse’s use of bold colors and simplified forms reflects influences of Expressionism, emphasizing emotional expression over realism. The artwork exemplifies Matisse’s interest in capturing the essence of his subject through color and composition. It is part of the collection at the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.