Océanie, la mer (Oceania, the sea) by Henri Matisse, 1946

Henri Matisse's "Océanie, la mer" (Oceania, the Sea), a composition created in 1946, distills the serenity and fluidity of the ocean into a symbolic artwork. Inspired by the shapes, forms, and rhythms of the sea, Matisse's piece lures viewers into a tranquil and dreamlike exploration. Known for his innovative use of colour and cut-out techniques, Matisse created this artwork during a period of convalescence in Vence, France, drawing from memories of his travels.

Offered through The Unique Maps Co. is a high-quality fine art print of Matisse's "Océanie, la mer". You can select from acid-free archival paper or artist's cotton canvas to ensure the longevity of this piece in your collection. Available in various sizes, our prints can be customized with framing options and personalized touches to suit your distinct taste and home décor.

Henri Matisse was a seminal figure in modern art, and his work in cut-outs, such as in "Océanie, la mer", marked an innovative period in his career. Known for his role in developing Fauvism, Matisse continually pushed the boundaries of traditional painting. "Océanie, la mer" exemplifies this with its earthy brown and beige tones, creating a sense of calm and continuity akin to the lapping waves of an endless sea.

This artwork is noteworthy for its abstraction and use of negative space, with silhouettes suggesting marine life and oceanic formations, bringing forth a sense of organic beauty. Matisse's minimal yet vivid expression captures the viewer’s imagination, evoking both the clarity and mystery of the ocean. Its presence in your home could serve as a daily reminder of nature’s grace and simplicity.

Perfect for gifting during the holiday season, "Océanie, la mer" makes a meaningful and timeless gift for art lovers, beachgoers, and anyone having an affinity for oceanic themes. It is an excellent choice for occasions like Christmas, Father's Day, Mother's Day, or a housewarming celebration, providing an everlasting aquatic serenity to any living space.

If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.

You can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at more examples of personalisation.

You can also choose to age your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out lots of examples of other aged artwork.

This artwork is wider than most, which would make it a perfect statement piece above a mantelpiece, sofa or desk.

I can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please get in touch.

This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.