A Life of Henri Matisse: The Conquest of Colour, 1909-1954.
Hilary Spurling's fascinating exploration of Matisse's world uncovers the secret life of the artist, whose paintings shocked and infuriated his contemporaries while paving the way for modern art. In this beautifully presented second volume, Spurling tells the story of Matisse's growing artistic maturity and the relationship between his life and art from 1909 to 1954, his glory years.
