Matisse, Picasso

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Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso are recognized as the twin giants of modern art, embodying both rivalry and complementarity. They pioneered many significant innovations in 20th-century painting and sculpture, yet the depth of their relationship has rarely been examined. Initially competitors, they eventually came to see each other as equals, with their artistic and personal connections deepening in their later years. From their first encounters in 1906 at Gertrude and Leo Stein's Paris studio until 1917, both artists produced remarkable works while engaging in a dynamic competition filled with innovation. The exhibition presents their oeuvres in ways that highlight both their affinities and stark contrasts. This major examination, accompanying a landmark exhibition organized by The Museum of Modern Art, Tate Modern, and other prestigious institutions, delves into the intricate relationships between their art, careers, and lives. It features thirty-four essays by the exhibition's curatorial team, each focusing on specific moments in their evolving relationship, along with an introductory history, commentary on public perceptions of artistic relationships, and an extensive chronology.