Henri Matisse was a leader of early 20^th century artists who felt free to use color "arbitrarily" and were labeled,derogatorily,"Fauves",which translates as

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"Fauves" translates to "Wild Beasts", which was a derogatory term used for the group of artists led by Matisse who were known for their use of bold, bright colors that were often not realistic. The term was meant to suggest a lack of control and wildness in their approach to art.

Henri Matisse Was a Leader of Early 20th Century Artists

Henri Matisse Was a Leader of Early 20^th Century Artists