Metropolis Japan

Kusama Yayoi Infinity 草間彌生《無限の鏡の間 ―求道の輝く宇宙の永遠の無限の光》 2020年作家蔵 ©YAYOI KUSAMA Courtesy of Ota Fine Arts

The Secrets of Color from Impressionism to Contemporary Art – POLA Museum of Art

Dec 14, 2024 at 9:00am ~ May 18, 2025 at 5:00pm

In today’s diverse and individualistic society, color plays an increasingly significant role—not just in fashion and interior design, but also in urban planning, mental health, and beauty. At the same time, the smartphones we use daily can now reproduce over a billion colors, immersing us in a vast spectrum without us even realizing it.

This exhibition explores the role of color in modern and contemporary art, focusing on its connection to color theory and the materials that bring it to life. Through paintings, sculptures, and installations, we trace how artists—from 19th-century Impressionists and Neo-Impressionists who revolutionized the visual world with oil paint, to 20th-century Fauvists and abstract painters, and today’s creators who use color to alter perception—have shaped our understanding of color.

Driven by relentless research and innovation, these artists defined their eras through unique methods of expression. We invite you to uncover the secrets of color they dedicated their lives to revealing—an experience that will bring new vibrancy to your everyday life.

Highlights include INFINITY MIRRORED ROOM – THE ETERNALLY INFINITE LIGHT OF THE UNIVERSE ILLUMINATING THE QUEST FOR TRUTH (2020) by Yayoi Kusama, an immersive installation that envelops viewers in an endless play of light and reflection.

Artists:

Yayoi Kusama, Tomo Koizumi, Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Henri Matisse, Hiroshi Sugimoto, Georges Seurat, Robert Delaunay, Pierre Bonnard, Helen Frankenthaler, Morris Louis, Kenneth Noland, Donald Judd, Bridget Riley, Gerhard Richter et al.

Nestled in the lush forests of Hakone, the Pola Museum of Art blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings, offering visitors a tranquil escape into art and nature. The museum boasts an impressive collection, including masterpieces by Monet, Picasso, and other celebrated artists.