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When discussing contemporary art, few styles leave such a profound and lasting mark as Impressionism – with its swift brushstrokes, vibrant color palettes, and free expression of personal emotion. This year, art lovers in Southeast Asia have a rare opportunity to directly admire over 100 masterpieces of 19th-century French painting in the groundbreaking exhibition “Into the Modern: Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston” – taking place at the National Gallery Singapore, from November 14, 2025 to March 1, 2026.
This exhibition has not only excited art enthusiasts but has also drawn the attention of the international art community to Southeast Asia – a region that has never before hosted an "Impressionist" collection.
The exhibition “Into the Modern: Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston” will take place at the National Gallery Singapore, from November 14, 2025 to March 1, 2026.
A work by the artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir – Woman with an umbrella and a small child on a sun-drenched hillside (circa 1874–1876)
Legendary names like Monet, Renoir, Degas, Morisot, and Cézanne are featured on the third-floor exhibition walls – each work an epic chapter of light, color, and emotion. With its elaborate and creative staging, the exhibition guides viewers through seven thematic spaces, acting as bridges connecting the past with the present. There, the paintings are not merely for viewing but also open up a vibrant world, allowing visitors to step into the realm of "Impressionist" art.
"Two Country Women in the Field (Le Pré)" (1891) - Camille Pissarro captures the peaceful working life in soft light.
"Dance at Bougival" (1883) – one of Pierre-Auguste Renoir's most notable works, capturing the romantic moment of a couple dancing outdoors, with the lively movements and soft colors characteristic of Impressionism.
You'll find yourself stepping into the bustling cityscape of 19th-century Paris, then getting lost in the peaceful countryside of Giverny or Bougival. At times, you forget you're in the heart of Singapore, feeling as if you're immersed in some distant memory of Europe.
Poppy field in the valley near Giverny (1885) – a striking landscape with vibrant red hues stretching against a deep green background, showcasing Claude Monet's capture of light and movement in nature.
Among the works, there are paintings that make viewers pause for a long time. Such as Monet's "Poppy Field in a Hollow near Giverny" – where the red of poppies blazes in the sunlight, stretching endlessly. Or Renoir's "Dance at Bougival" – capturing the dance of a couple, full of movement and passion.
Another lesser-known but deeply moving painting is "Carmen Gaudin in the Artist's Studio" by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. The female figure in the painting seems to be looking directly at the viewer – her gaze is melancholic, yet full of inner strength.
“Carmen Gaudin in the Painter’s Studio” (1888), a portrait by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, notable for its quiet gaze and simple composition.
The exhibition also features an interactive space called ARTelier – where children and adults can create art inspired by impressions. In addition, a unique and rare documentary film showing Monet painting outdoors will be screened, an experience not found anywhere else.
Admission for Singapore citizens and permanent residents is SGD 15 (approximately VND 305,000), while for international visitors it is SGD 25 (approximately VND 510,000). Gallery Insider members are admitted free of charge, and accompanying family members also receive special discounts (these two groups are official membership programs of the National Gallery Singapore, open to the general public who appreciate art).
Between now and March 2026, if you have the chance to visit Singapore, Travellive recommends you don't miss the Into the Modern exhibition. This is not just a gathering of masterpieces of painting, but also a vibrant artistic journey, taking viewers back to the brilliant memories of Impressionism.
