Matisse Icare - Plate 8 of Jazz Skate Deck

In 1942, Henri MATISSE was asked to create a book of colored paper cut-outs. He decided to use his then-preferred and revolutionary technique of cut-outs, filling the pages with carefully crafted collages and clashing colors on gouache-painted paper. The result, on one particular page, was a dark silhouette with a passionately red heart, falling out of a sky of stars. 

This, of course, references the fate of Icarus and is said to be inspired by the artist’s concerns over his wife and daughter’s dedication to the Resistance. Here, the now famous image, is presented on a solo skate art edition as an ode to MATISSE’s lasting artistic impact. 

© 2024 Succession H. Matisse / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

These editions of artwork are intended for decorative purposes. While you could skate on them if you wanted to, a wall mount is provided per deck to hang them on your wall, just like a painting. Direct exposure to sunlight might result in discoloration and damage to your editions. To avoid this, we strongly suggest hanging your art-decks away from direct natural light.

This item will incur a $20 shipping surcharge. A signature will be required on delivery. There is no Air shipping for this item, and it cannot be gift wrapped.