Experience Chez Matisse: A Major Henri Matisse Exhibition at H’ART Museum
Explore groundbreaking paintings, sculptures, and prints by Matisse and his contemporaries, highlighting artistic innovation.
Immerse yourself in the artistic legacy of Henri Matisse at the H’ART Museum. This significant presentation, in partnership with the Centre Pompidou, showcases a compelling collection of works by Matisse. Delve into his influential exploration of color, form, and emotion, alongside pieces from fellow artists who shaped and were shaped by his vision. It offers a comprehensive perspective on 20th-century modernism.
Read curatorial context and practical visitor information for Chez Matisse at H’ART Museum in Amsterdam
Exhibition summary
In collaboration with the Centre Pompidou, H’ART Museum presents a large-scale exhibition on Henri Matisse, one of the most influential artists of the twentieth century. The exhibition features more than thirty paintings, sculptures, and prints by Matisse, alongside works by his contemporaries and followers, showcasing his innovative search for color, form, and emotion.
Curatorial context
H’ART Museum, in collaboration with the prestigious Centre Pompidou, will host a major exhibition dedicated to the pioneering artist Henri Matisse (1869–1954). This comprehensive presentation draws from the Centre Pompidou's rich collection, which uniquely spans all periods of Matisse’s artistic life, allowing for an in-depth exploration of his groundbreaking career. Visitors can expect to see over thirty of Matisse’s paintings, sculptures, and prints, which illuminate his profound innovations in art.
The exhibition further expands its scope by featuring works from Matisse's contemporaries, including George Braque, Pablo Picasso, Sonia Delaunay, and Le Corbusier, as well as artists he influenced, such as Barnett Newman, Ellsworth Kelly, and Mark Rothko. This curated selection demonstrates how Matisse not only revolutionized painting but also shaped the broader art world of his era and beyond through his relentless pursuit of color, form, and emotional expression. His enduring legacy is underscored by Picasso's famous remark, "No matter how you look at it, in the end there is only Matisse."
Admission and ticket notes
Adult tickets are €27.50, with reduced rates available for CJP/Students and Uitpas holders at €15, and Museum Pass holders for €5. Entry is free for youth up to 17 years, VriendenLoterij VIP-KAART, I amsterdam City Card, Go City, Stadspas, and ICOM members. Members of H'ART Museum receive free entrance and do not need to reserve a time slot.
Chez Matisse key exhibition facts
Review exhibition status, schedule, venue context, and attribution details for Chez Matisse at H’ART Museum in Amsterdam
Venue
H’ART Museum
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
Oct 3, 2026 – Feb 14, 2027
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition features works by Henri Matisse, supplemented with pieces by his contemporaries such as George Braque, Picasso, Sonia Delaunay, and Le Corbusier, as well as followers including Barnett Newman, Ellsworth Kelly, and Mark Rothko.
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