Today, bold color is everywhere. But in 1905, a portrait painted with electric greens, pinks, and blues scandalized Paris and changed the course of modern art 🧑‍🎨 This May, uncover the story behind the outrage in “Matisse: A Modern Scandal.” Dive deep into the world of Henri Matisse’s “Femme au chapeau” (Woman with a Hat)—from our restaging of its controversial debut at the Salon d’Automne to the ways it continues to inspire generations of artists. Trace the painting’s influence across 120+ years and follow its journey from Paris to San Francisco, where it remains one of the most important works in our collection. SFMOMA is the only place to experience the expansive landmark exhibition, “Matisse: A Modern Scandal,” opening May 16. ✨ Members get deeper insights into stories like this through our biannual Member Magazine—and early access to the exhibition. 🎟 Member presale: March 31 🎟 Public tickets on sale: April 7 Start unraveling the scandal that reshaped modern art at the ...