
Henri MatisseFrancia, 1869–1954Si può ammirare?
Atene, Grecia
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1941
Cancer and a Difficult Operation
Matisse was diagnosed with duodenal cancer; the operation was successful, but complications nearly cost him his life. Three months confined to bed led to the birth of a new technique — compositions of cut paper.
1943–1949 · Residenza
villa Le Rêve
1944
Wife and Daughter Arrested by the Gestapo
Matisse's wife and daughter were arrested by the Gestapo for their involvement in Resistance activities.