The dream (1940) by Henri Matisse - Poster
The poster is printed with a white margin around the image, framing the design with subtle elegance.
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A sleeping figure folds into a chair, eyes closed and hands tucked. Raspberry red hums behind lilac and pink. A pale blue robe carries black zigzags, answered by a hit of lemon yellow. The lines stay loose, the pose unhurried. Henri Matisse turns quiet into shape and pattern, proof that a good nap can be museum-worthy.
Matisse, a leading voice of Fauvism, favored saturated color fields, simplified form, and lyrical line. That mix gives this scene its calm pulse and playful edge. Planning a set to match the mood? explore our full selection of Matisse posters and curated prints to build an easy, color-led gallery wall.
- Pairs with neutral walls or soft pastels without stealing the show.
- Adds pattern to minimalist rooms while keeping things serene.
- Balances nicely with natural wood, rattan, or black metal accents.
This poster is available in multiple sizes, so you can scale the composition to your space. Hang it solo for a gentle focal point or layer it with line drawings for contrast.
Curious about the artist’s approach to joy and color? read our feature on Matisse’s spirited life and simple joys. Choose your size and let the stillness settle in.
- 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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