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La Leçon de peinture or La Séance de peinture [The Painting Lesson or The Painting Session]
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
c. 1919
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2 works across 1 institution
Edinburgh's Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art holds 2 works by Henri Matisse (1869–1954) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
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.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
Edinburgh · 2 works on display
The National Gallery on Trafalgar Square houses one of the world's great collections of Western European painting, from the 13th to the 19th century, with particular strength in the Dutch Golden Age and Impressionism. Entry to the permanent collection is free.
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 Edinburgh?
Our current data shows 2 Henri Matisse paintings on display in Edinburgh, spread across the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Edinburgh has the most Henri Matisse paintings?
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art holds all 2 known Henri Matisse works in Edinburgh.
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 Edinburgh
Edinburgh's Scottish National Gallery is in the city centre between the Old and New Towns, with an excellent collection that is free to enter. The Scottish National Museum of Modern Art is a 15-minute walk or short taxi from the centre. Edinburgh is very walkable but hilly — comfortable shoes are essential.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.