Icarus (from Jazz) (1947) by Henri Matisse - Poster
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Icarus captures motion with just a few shapes. A floating black figure arcs across an ultramarine field, ringed by sharp yellow bursts and anchored by a single red dot at the heart. Created by Henri Matisse during his cut-out period, this composition turns paper into choreography. Flat color becomes depth, edges feel musical, and the whole scene pulses with lift and gravity at once.
Looking to extend this energy through your space? Browse our curated Matisse poster collection for more cut-outs and color-forward icons. This poster is available in multiple sizes, so it can headline a feature wall or slip into a tight gallery mix.
- Palette: deep blue, inky black, lemon yellow, a small hit of red
- Mood: bold rhythm, night-sky drama, a touch of play
- Styling notes: pairs well with pale walls, natural wood frames, and other abstracts
- Format: high-quality poster offered in several size options
Matisse, a pioneer of Fauvism who later embraced scissors and paper, distilled form to its essentials. Want the backstory and a few delightful anecdotes? Read our take on the lively cut-out era of Henri Matisse. Choose your size and let Icarus keep the room in motion.
- Exclusive, expressive wall art designed by Posterscape's talented artists in France, printed and shipped from the USA 🇺🇸.
- Typical US delivery time: 2–5 business days via our dedicated US logistics partner. Please allow an additional 3–5 business days for framed posters due to the extra time required for careful framing.
- Our posters are printed on demand in the United States using high-quality FSC-certified paper to help protect the world’s forests.
- To ensure the best possible finish, we select the paper type based on the artwork’s visual style. Painterly or textured pieces are printed on 200gsm matte art paper, while artworks requiring vibrant, saturated colors (such as abstract gradients or bold graphic designs) are printed on 200gsm semi-gloss paper.
- Enjoy our free framing service! Your framed poster arrives fully assembled and ready to hang, with no extra cost.
- High-quality oak wood frames for a timeless look that complements any US-style interior décor.
- Our framed posters are protected by high-quality, shatterproof plexiglass.
- Printed locally in the USA for faster delivery and reduced environmental impact.
- Domestic shipping across the USA, carefully packed and promptly delivered. International shipping also available.
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