Close-up -- To “Reading Woman, Daydreaming” by Matisse (1921) Crimson walls, white dresser There’s a lonesome flower vase by the book with neat black stripes Tightly fitting in the black boots, the woman's tightly fitting feet An oval mirror magnifies the side of her head many times over With her head tilted I see her gaze falling into a daydream, a distinct gaze Note on Muse: When it comes to M..