Henri Matisse, a leader of the Fauve movement, created works

Henri Matisse, a leader of the Fauve movement, created works that exude tremendous power simply as a result of his use of color. This large painting, The Dessert: Harmony in Red (1908, dimensions: 5’11 x 7’3″), was not previously seen for this class. For this question, I would like you to discuss the following:
What do you think Matisse intended to do with the color? Consider addressing the following concepts in relation to this work: depth of space, pattern, motif, focal point, emphasis.
How does Matisse deny illusory space in this work? How does he suggest depth?

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