The Knife Thrower, from Jazz
1947
Henri Matisse (French, 1869–1954) printed by Edmond Vairel (French, 20th century) published by Tériade for Éditions Verve (French, 1943–1975)
France
There’s a similar dynamic between The Knife Thrower and The Cowboy (preceding case). Here, the man on the left prepares to execute his trick on the passive female.
Color pochoir with gouache on ivory wove paper