HENRI MATISSE “ Vierge et Enfant sur Fond de Fleur et d’Etoiles “ 1950-51 (Virgin and Child on a background of flowers and stars) Lithograph on chine appliqué on Arches paper (with watermark) Sheet: 49.8 x 38 cm Edition of 200 Hand signed and numbered lower right Printed by Mourlot, Paris Literature / Catalogue Raisonné This artwork is fully documented and published in the official Catalogue Raisonné Duthuit « Henri Matisse. Catalogue Raisonné de l’Oeuvre Gravé » Vol. 1 - listed as N°646 ( illustrated ) Historical Notes Composed of graceful contours in a minimal composition Matisse clearly conveys the emotions of love and security through the image of the mother with a child, on a background filled with flowers and stars. This work represents the innate sanctity of maternal bonds. As the two figures hold each other closely, we immediately sense the affection shared between mother and child. They hold each other tightly, their heads tilted together with faint hints of a smile crossing their lips. This delightful work embodies Matisse unique fluid draftsmanship and his control capabilities of the line. Framing The artwork is nicely presented in a real wood frame, mounted on acid-free materials to guarantee the inalterability over time and protected with Museum grade anti-reflection glass. Shipping The artwork is securely packaged and we offer free shipping with express courier