Henri Matisse (1869-1954)
Bretagne (bâteaux)
signed and dated 'H. MATISSE 96' (lower left)
oil on canvas
15 x 18 1/8 in. (38.1 x 46 cm.)
Painted in 1896
Provenance
Pierre Matisse, New York (by descent from the artist).
By descent from the above to the late owner.
Lot Essay
Wanda de Guébriant has confirmed the authenticity of this painting.