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安達吟光画　第二番目五幕目　漂流奇譚西洋劇　巴里府演劇の場|“Act II, Scene 5: At the Opera in Paris,” from the series The Strange Tale of the Castaways: A Western Kabuki

Adachi Ginkō

1879

ink

paper

From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

安達吟光画　第二番目五幕目　漂流奇譚西洋劇　巴里府演劇の場|“Act II, Scene 5: At the Opera in Paris,” from the series The Strange Tale of the Castaways: A Western Kabuki is a 1879 ink by Adachi Ginkō, a Impressionism work, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Adachi Ginkō
When & what style?: 1879 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a lively scene of five people in various poses, set against a backdrop of mountains and a dark sky. The figures are dressed in colorful, elaborate outfits, with one man in a red and black checkered coat and another in a blue suit and green hat. In the foreground, a man in a gray suit and top hat is depicted in a dynamic pose, as if he is about to jump or fall. The painting's use of bold colors and exaggerated poses creates a sense of energy and movement, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figures. The background, with its dark sky and mountains, adds a sense of depth and context to the scene. To learn more about the artist who created this vibrant and dynamic work, explore the art of Adachi Ginkō.