Experience the charm of “Paris à Nuit”—a glowing mid-century Paris street scene by the French artist Revel, celebrated for his atmospheric European cityscapes. This 24×36 in. oil on canvas captures the luminous energy of nighttime Paris with shimmering reflections, misty silhouettes, and the soft diffusion of streetlamps across rain-dampened cobblestones. A perfect acquisition for collectors of Parisian art, European impressionist street scenes, vintage French oil paintings, and those who appreciate romantic metropolitan nocturnes.
Paris à Nuit is a masterfully atmospheric oil painting that presents a sweeping Parisian boulevard under the haze of evening light. Executed in a distinctly mid-20th-century French impressionist style, the work is defined by elongated brushstrokes, blurred reflections, and glowing dashes of color that mimic the sparkle of city lights.
Tall poplar trees frame the avenue, their forms softened by diffused golden strokes. The distant cathedral—likely inspired by Notre-Dame or La Madeleine—rises with majestic presence, rendered in cool slate tones that create depth and scale. The street is alive with motion: dozens of tiny figures stroll beneath umbrellas or lamplight, their reflections stretching across the rain-sheened pavement.
Revel’s palette blends muted blues, graphite greys, amber, and deep sienna, giving the scene both romantic melancholy and vibrant night-life energy. The artist’s signature appears boldly in red at the lower right corner: “Revel.”
The work exemplifies Revel’s well-known ability to capture the rhythm of European cities—crowds in motion, shimmering light on wet streets, architectural silhouettes emerging from atmospheric mist. The inspiration reflects a longing for the poetic and theatrical beauty of Paris after dark—a celebration of modern life, nostalgia, and the sensory experience of strolling through illuminated urban boulevards.
Revel (active circa 1950s–1980s) is a French painter recognized for his luminous Parisian street scenes, nocturnes, and bustling urban tableaux. Though biographical documentation on Revel is limited—a common reality for mid-century European commercial and gallery painters—he is associated with the École de Paris, a broad group of 20th-century artists working in and around the French capital and known for their expressive portrayals of Parisian life.
Revel was believed to have been born in France in the early 20th century and to have studied in Paris, where exposure to Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, and the atmospheric cityscapes of artists like Antoine Blanchard, Édouard Cortès, and Jean Béraud shaped his artistic voice. His works typically depict:
Broad boulevards and avenues
Nighttime or rainy conditions
Vibrant pedestrian crowds
The warm glow of Parisian streetlights
Architectural landmarks rendered in atmospheric haze
Throughout the 1950s–1970s, Revel sold works through European art galleries catering to travelers, diplomats, and collectors seeking romanticized visions of the city. His paintings appeared in salons, commercial exhibitions, and curated group shows featuring Parisian urban scenes. His style blends Impressionist light effects, modernist simplification, and a theatrical sense of urban life.
Though not an academically chronicled master, Revel earned a loyal following among collectors of French cityscapes, and his works remain sought after for their decorative charm, nostalgic sentiment, and vivid portrayal of Paris.
Revel (French, fl. 1950s–1980s)
Paris à Nuit
24×36 in. | Oil on Canvas | Signed lower right
A luminous Parisian nighttime boulevard scene rendered in impressionistic strokes with glowing reflections and architectural grandeur.
Provenance: European acquisition; Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC.
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICATION
Artist: Revel (French, fl. 1950s–1980s)
Title: Paris à Nuit
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 24 × 36 inches
Date: Mid-20th Century
Signature: Signed “Revel,” lower right
Origin: Acquired in Europe
Current Owner: Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC
Authentication Statement:
This artwork displays the brushwork, palette, and compositional characteristics associated with the mid-century Parisian street scenes of the French painter Revel. The signature is consistent with verified examples of the artist’s work. Based on stylistic analysis and provenance, this painting is authenticated as an original oil on canvas by Revel.
Private Collection, Europe
European Dealer / Gallery
Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC — Current Owner
Experience the charm of “Paris à Nuit”—a glowing mid-century Paris street scene by the French artist Revel, celebrated for his atmospheric European cityscapes. This 24×36 in. oil on canvas captures the luminous energy of nighttime Paris with shimmering reflections, misty silhouettes, and the soft diffusion of streetlamps across rain-dampened cobblestones. A perfect acquisition for collectors of Parisian art, European impressionist street scenes, vintage French oil paintings, and those who appreciate romantic metropolitan nocturnes.
Paris à Nuit is a masterfully atmospheric oil painting that presents a sweeping Parisian boulevard under the haze of evening light. Executed in a distinctly mid-20th-century French impressionist style, the work is defined by elongated brushstrokes, blurred reflections, and glowing dashes of color that mimic the sparkle of city lights.
Tall poplar trees frame the avenue, their forms softened by diffused golden strokes. The distant cathedral—likely inspired by Notre-Dame or La Madeleine—rises with majestic presence, rendered in cool slate tones that create depth and scale. The street is alive with motion: dozens of tiny figures stroll beneath umbrellas or lamplight, their reflections stretching across the rain-sheened pavement.
Revel’s palette blends muted blues, graphite greys, amber, and deep sienna, giving the scene both romantic melancholy and vibrant night-life energy. The artist’s signature appears boldly in red at the lower right corner: “Revel.”
The work exemplifies Revel’s well-known ability to capture the rhythm of European cities—crowds in motion, shimmering light on wet streets, architectural silhouettes emerging from atmospheric mist. The inspiration reflects a longing for the poetic and theatrical beauty of Paris after dark—a celebration of modern life, nostalgia, and the sensory experience of strolling through illuminated urban boulevards.
Revel (active circa 1950s–1980s) is a French painter recognized for his luminous Parisian street scenes, nocturnes, and bustling urban tableaux. Though biographical documentation on Revel is limited—a common reality for mid-century European commercial and gallery painters—he is associated with the École de Paris, a broad group of 20th-century artists working in and around the French capital and known for their expressive portrayals of Parisian life.
Revel was believed to have been born in France in the early 20th century and to have studied in Paris, where exposure to Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, and the atmospheric cityscapes of artists like Antoine Blanchard, Édouard Cortès, and Jean Béraud shaped his artistic voice. His works typically depict:
Broad boulevards and avenues
Nighttime or rainy conditions
Vibrant pedestrian crowds
The warm glow of Parisian streetlights
Architectural landmarks rendered in atmospheric haze
Throughout the 1950s–1970s, Revel sold works through European art galleries catering to travelers, diplomats, and collectors seeking romanticized visions of the city. His paintings appeared in salons, commercial exhibitions, and curated group shows featuring Parisian urban scenes. His style blends Impressionist light effects, modernist simplification, and a theatrical sense of urban life.
Though not an academically chronicled master, Revel earned a loyal following among collectors of French cityscapes, and his works remain sought after for their decorative charm, nostalgic sentiment, and vivid portrayal of Paris.
Revel (French, fl. 1950s–1980s)
Paris à Nuit
24×36 in. | Oil on Canvas | Signed lower right
A luminous Parisian nighttime boulevard scene rendered in impressionistic strokes with glowing reflections and architectural grandeur.
Provenance: European acquisition; Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC.
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICATION
Artist: Revel (French, fl. 1950s–1980s)
Title: Paris à Nuit
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 24 × 36 inches
Date: Mid-20th Century
Signature: Signed “Revel,” lower right
Origin: Acquired in Europe
Current Owner: Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC
Authentication Statement:
This artwork displays the brushwork, palette, and compositional characteristics associated with the mid-century Parisian street scenes of the French painter Revel. The signature is consistent with verified examples of the artist’s work. Based on stylistic analysis and provenance, this painting is authenticated as an original oil on canvas by Revel.
Private Collection, Europe
European Dealer / Gallery
Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC — Current Owner
