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40 works across 4 institutions
Paris holds 40 works by Henri Matisse across 4 institutions, including Musée d'Orsay, Centre Georges Pompidou, and 2 other venues.
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
Musée d'Orsay
Paris · 5 works on display
Housed in a spectacular Beaux-Arts railway station, the Orsay holds the world's finest collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painting, covering 1848 to 1914. The collection of Monet, Renoir, Degas, and Van Gogh is unrivalled anywhere.
Centre Georges Pompidou
💎 Hidden GemParis · 21 works on display
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Musée de l'Orangerie
💎 Hidden GemParis · 10 works on display
A small, intimate museum in the Tuileries Gardens built around Monet's magnificent Nymphéas murals, which occupy two oval rooms designed by the artist himself. Beyond the Water Lilies, the Walter-Guillaume Collection upstairs holds excellent works by Cézanne, Renoir, and Picasso.
+2 more
Musée Picasso
Paris · 4 works on display
The Musée Picasso in the Marais occupies a 17th-century mansion and holds the most comprehensive collection of Picasso's personal work — paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and drawings across all periods of his career. Donated to the French state in lieu of inheritance taxes.
Tulipes et huîtres sur fond noir
c. 1943
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Jeune Fille assise, robe persane
c. 1942
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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 Paris?
Our current data shows 40 Henri Matisse paintings on display in Paris, spread across the Centre Georges Pompidou, the Musée de l'Orangerie, and 2 other venues. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Paris has the most Henri Matisse paintings?
Centre Georges Pompidou holds the largest share, with 21 works by Henri Matisse in Paris.
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 Paris
Pre-book entry to the Louvre and Musée d'Orsay, especially in summer — queues without a ticket can exceed an hour. Many Paris museums offer free entry on the first Sunday of each month. A day transport pass (carnet) is better value than buying individual Métro tickets.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.