Frauen und Affen
c. 1952
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4 works across 2 institutions
Cologne holds 4 works by Henri Matisse across 2 institutions, including Museum Ludwig and Wallraf–Richartz Museum.
Matisse led Fauvism — the first avant-garde movement of the 20th century — and remained one of the defining figures of modern art for six decades. He worked in Paris, Morocco, and the south of France, and in his final years, when illness prevented him from painting, produced his celebrated paper cut-outs.
Works by Henri Matisse are protected by copyright — images cannot be displayed. Each result links to Wikidata, where you can find the museum's own listing for the work.
Collections in this city
Museum Ludwig
💎 Hidden GemCologne · 2 works on display
Wallraf–Richartz Museum
💎 Hidden GemCologne · 2 works on display
About the artist
Henri Matisse
French · Fauvism / Modernism · 1869–1954
Matisse led Fauvism — the first avant-garde movement of the 20th century — and remained one of the defining figures of modern art for six decades. He worked in Paris, Morocco, and the south of France, and in his final years, when illness prevented him from painting, produced his celebrated paper cut-outs.
Key works
The DanceWoman with a HatThe Joy of Life
Frequently asked questions
How many Henri Matisse paintings are on display in Cologne?
Our current data shows 4 Henri Matisse paintings on display in Cologne, spread across the Museum Ludwig and the Wallraf–Richartz Museum. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Cologne has the most Henri Matisse paintings?
Museum Ludwig holds the largest share, with 2 works by Henri Matisse in Cologne.
Where else can I see Henri Matisse's paintings?
Henri Matisse's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Henri Matisse →
Planning your visit to Cologne
Cologne's art institutions cluster around the old town near the Cathedral — the Wallraf-Richartz-Museum, the Ludwig Museum, and the Kolumba are all within easy walking distance. The Ludwig Museum has one of Europe's finest collections of 20th-century art. The KölnCard offers museum discounts and public transport.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.