Three Sisters with An African Sculpture
- Artist
- Henri Matisse
- Date
- 1917
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
- Location
- Barnes Foundation
"Three Sisters with An African Sculpture" is a compelling painting that combines elements of genre painting with vibrant Expressionism influences. Rendered in canvas using rich oil paints, it depicts three women, possibly sisters, alongside an ethnographic African sculpture. The work reflects the Cone sisters' love of modern art and their diverse collection, reminiscent of their friendships with artists like Matisse and Picasso. Its dynamic composition and use of color exemplify the innovative approaches of early 20th-century Expressionism and genre traditions.
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