What do we see in the works of Henri Matisse? Where does our gaze turn within his pictures? On this evening, we will examine the constitution of the gaze using selected works. In particular, themes such as home and distance, as well as concepts such as the other and the foreign, will play a role in the guided tour with artist and art educator David Karl Max. The starting point will be Matisse’s travels and his perspective on landscapes and models. Together, we will focus on the pictorial details and explore the effect and application of paint as it relates to the theme of journeying. Taking into account current research on Orientalism and its influence on art, we will examine how these works portray both the fascination and the critical engagement with the ‘other’. Meeting point: foyer in the museum. The event will be held in German and English. Advance booking is not required for this event.

Enjoy a relaxed evening out at the museum after work: Friday Beyeler is the perfect way to kick off the weekend. The museum is open until 9 pm and the restaurant until 10 pm. More information can be found at fondationbeyeler.ch