Crossword clue
“Painter Matisse”
This clue appeared as 47-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
HENRILetters5
Starts withH
Ends withI
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Painter Matisse” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 28, 2026 as 47-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with H and ends with I.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Painter Matisse” clue?+
The answer is HENRI (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 28, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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