The artwork titled “Galerie Matarasso,” created by Jean Cocteau in 1957, belongs to the Expressionism art movement and falls under the genre of design.
This vibrant piece showcases a delicate interplay of text and imagery, using colored outlines and patterns to create a whimsical composition. The text, written in various hand-drawn styles, promotes the exposition at Galerie Matarasso, advertising books, drawings, lithographs, and souvenirs. Central to the artwork is a stylized face integrated with colorful fish, drawn with intricate patterns and rich colors, embodying the expressive nature of Cocteau’s work. The overall design exudes a playful yet sophisticated aesthetic, resonating with the experimental and emotive characteristics typical of Expressionism.