The Pola Museum of Art is currently holding a collection exhibition titled ``Western Paintings: From Impressionism to French Paintings of the First Half of the 5th Century,'' which traces the evolution of Impressionism and subsequent French painting, including 16 carefully selected masterpieces, including 20 works by Monet. The exhibition period is until Sunday, May 2024, 5.

1874 marks the 1th anniversary since the first Impressionist exhibition was held in 150. The first Impressionist exhibition included Edouard Manet, Paul Cézanne, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Claude Monet, Berthe Morisot, Edgar Degas, and Camille Pissarro. This collection exhibition will display important works by these artists.

Of particular interest is Monet, who will exhibit five works from ``Walk'' (1875) to ``Water Lilies'' (1907). You can follow the evolution of the artist's painting career, who left many works that capture the light with bright colors and quick brush strokes. In addition, there is a large bench installed in the center of Exhibition Room 5, which will be the venue, so you can enjoy your favorite works carefully.

How about spending a luxurious time surrounded by famous paintings in Hakone in early summer where you can feel the refreshing breeze?

◆“Pola Museum of Art Collection Selection: Western Paintings from Impressionism to French Paintings of the First Half of the 20th Century”
[Period] Currently being held - Sunday, May 2024, 5
* Open every day during the exhibition period
[Venue] Pola Museum of Art Exhibition Room 3 (1285 Kozukayama, Senjibara, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture)
[Opening hours] 9:00-17:00 (Admission until 16:30)
[Admission fee] Adults 1,800 yen / Senior discount (over 65 years old) 1,600 yen / University and high school students 1,300 yen
* Free for junior high school students and younger
*1 yen for the person with a disability certificate and an attendant (up to 1,000 person)