The Norton Simon Museum announces a special installation of Édouard Manet’s poetic "The Railway," 1873, a highlight from the National Gallery of Art’s esteemed 19th-century collection. Evident in this dramatic work are Manet’s characteristic brushwork, his brilliant use of color and sense of composition, and his striking portrayal of modern life—indeed, the scene is set near the bustling Gare Saint-Lazare. Its installation at the Norton Simon Museum marks the first time the painting has been on view on the West Coast. It will be installed in the Norton Simon’s Impressionist Art Wing from Dec. 5, 2014, through March 2, 2015.

"We are delighted to continue the exciting exchange program with the National Gallery of Art," says Museum President Walter W. Timoshuk. "This mesmerizing masterpiece, the fourth loan from the esteemed Washington institution, will, we hope, enchant our visitors during its three-month stay."