"The Sorrow of the Young Man" is a painting by the artist Henri Matisse, created in 1903. This artwork features a young man with a melancholic expression, surrounded by vibrant colors and abstract forms. The use of bold brushstrokes and contrasting hues reflects the emotional depth of the subject. The painting is part of the Fogg Art Museum collection at Harvard University. Matisse's work often explores themes of emotion and color, and this piece exemplifies his early style, which combines realism with elements of abstraction. The young man's sorrow invites viewers to contemplate the complexities of human emotion.