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Henri Matisse 'The Snail' – 10oz Porcelain Mug for Everyday Use, Charming Gift for Art Enthusiasts
Henri Matisse 'The Snail' – 10oz Porcelain Mug for Everyday Use, Charming Gift for Art Enthusiasts
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This exquisite Henri Matisse lithograph mug is a stunning 10oz (295ml) porcelain piece that celebrates one of the artist's last masterpieces, The Snail (L'Escargot). The vibrant print features a colorful interpretation of Matisse’s bold forms and dynamic colors. Perfect for sipping your morning coffee, tea, or hot chocolate, this mug adds a splash of artistic flair to your daily routine.
Crafted from high-quality porcelain, this mug is not only visually striking but also practical for everyday use. The brilliant white finish enhances the liveliness of the artwork, ensuring it remains a focal point in your kitchen or office. Plus, it is both dishwasher and microwave safe, allowing for easy cleanup and convenience in your busy lifestyle. Enjoy your favorite beverages while appreciating the artistry of one of the 20th century's most influential artists.
This Henri Matisse mug makes a thoughtful gift for art lovers, collectors, or anyone who appreciates unique design. Its handcrafted quality and the authenticity of the Matisse artwork make it a distinct and special addition to any home. Whether it's for a birthday, housewarming, or just because, this porcelain mug is sure to delight and inspire anyone who receives it.
- Porcelain 10oz (295ml) mug
- Dishwasher and microwave safe
- Desing: © tazzarte.com / Artwork: Henri Matisse, ‘The Last Works of Henri Matisse’, Lithograph published 1958 by Mourlot Frères of Paris, from Verve Vol. IX No. 35/36 published by Tériade under the title 'The Last Works of Henri Matisse'.
Henri Matisse: L'Escargot – The Last Works in Print
The lithograph L'Escargot, published in 1958 by Mourlot Frères of Paris, is a printed rendition of Henri Matisse's renowned work The Snail (1953), one of his final masterpieces. Issued as part of Verve No. 35/36 by Tériade under the title Dernières Oeuvres de Matisse (The Last Works of Matisse), this lithograph brings Matisse's artistic innovation and the expressive power of The Snail to a broader audience.
After 1948, Matisse was unable to paint due to ill health, yet he continued to create vibrant works, known as "gouaches découpées," from his bed. This technique, which he first explored in his picture book Jazz (1947), involved cutting or tearing shapes from paper painted with gouache, then placing and pasting them with the assistance of his team. He noted that it "allowed [him] to draw in color," simplifying his process by letting him "draw straight into the color." This approach enabled Matisse to capture a purity of form and vibrancy that painting no longer afforded him.
The Snail, created at the Hôtel Régina in Nice, reflects the artist's late-career fascination with simplicity and color harmony. His assistant would arrange pieces of gouache-colored paper on a large white background according to Matisse’s precise instructions. After finalizing the composition, an exact tracing was made to ensure no change in placement when the piece was permanently mounted. The concentric spiral of color in The Snail echoes the natural form of a snail shell, which Matisse first sketched and then reimagined with scissors.
Today, The Snail is housed in the Tate Modern in London, showcasing Matisse’s final phase of creativity, where he blended color with form in an innovative way. He even gave the work an alternative title, La Composition Chromatique, highlighting its vibrant use of complementary color pairs such as red/green and orange/blue. (Dr. Walther Fuchs).
Note: This mug features a public domain image of Henri Matisse, celebrating his legacy. The artist's name is used to identify the historical figure depicted, not to suggest endorsement or official affiliation. All trademark rights are acknowledged and respected.
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