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Woman in a Purple Coat | The Story Behind Henri Matisse’s Masterpiece

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The Story behind Woman in a Purple Coat by Henri Matisse

Lauren Mills.Nov 01, 2025
Woman in a Purple Coat (1937) by Henri Matisse is more than just a striking portrait—it's a culmination of his lifelong exploration of color, pattern, and the human form, set against the backdrop of one of his most important muses.