In Goldfish (Matisse), how is the Provenance and legacy discussed?
The motif of fish in aquariums was notable in his work and would become a recurring sight from in the early and mid-1910s.The piece was purchased by Sergei Shchukin in Paris from Matisse's studio in 1912, and was a part of Shchukin's Pink Drawing Room ensemble in his home. Since 1948, the work has been located at the Pushkin Museum in Moscow, Russia. Goldfish holds the distinction of being the featured Matisse work found in the College Board's AP Art History curriculum.
AP Art History Moscow Sergei Shchukin Pushkin Museum College Board Paris