Introducing “Boulevard de Paris (Nocturne)” by Revel, a luminous and atmospheric mid-century French oil on canvas that captures the essence of Paris by night. This 24×36 in. painting shimmers with rain-lit streets, amber storefronts, elegant silhouettes, and the iconic architectural presence that defines Parisian romance. Ideal for collectors of Paris street scenes, European impressionism, vintage French oils, and cityscape nocturnes that evoke nostalgia and metropolitan beauty.
This painting presents a sweeping Parisian boulevard under the glow of nightfall. The composition is built around a vanishing point that leads the viewer's eye toward a majestic cathedral structure in the distance—rendered in soft, cool greys and blurred silhouettes to evoke depth and atmospheric haze.
Tall golden poplar trees flank the street, rising like flame-shaped forms against the slate sky. Their verticality balances the horizontal movement of the pedestrian crowd, which is portrayed through small, energetic daubs of color—greens, reds, violets, browns—each suggesting a unique passerby without explicit detail.
The wet pavement is rendered with Revel’s signature streaked reflection technique: vertical brush pulls that elongate the light of streetlamps and windows, creating shimmering depth and the effect of recent rain. Storefronts glow with warm yellows and oranges, contrasting against the cool upper register of the canvas.
The lower right corner bears the artist’s bold red signature: “Revel.”
The painting blends impressionistic atmosphere with modern urban romanticism, capturing not just a place but an entire feeling—the hum of evening life, the elegance of Parisian architecture, and the soft poetry of illuminated streets.
Revel (active 1950s–1980s) is a French painter associated with mid-20th-century Parisian street scenes, known for atmospheric nocturnes, mist-filled boulevards, and impressionistic depictions of urban life. While detailed academic records of Revel’s life are limited—typical of French commercial painters of the post-war era—his works frequently appeared in European galleries catering to travelers, American collectors, and admirers of Parisian romanticism.
Born in France in the early 20th century, Revel is believed to have studied in Paris, where exposure to the École de Paris, the Impressionists, and later the Post-Impressionists shaped his approach to light, shadow, and movement. His influences include:
Antoine Blanchard
Édouard Cortès
Jean Béraud
Parisian “wet street” specialists of the 1950s–60s
Revel built his reputation on bustling cityscapes painted with vigorous brushstrokes, glowing lamplight, and atmospheric depth. His palette frequently combines muted greys and blue tones with warm, golden highlights. His works were sold through galleries in Paris, Nice, Brussels, and broader European art markets.
Collectors prize Revel’s paintings for their decorative elegance, nostalgia, and ability to capture Paris at its most poetic.
Revel (French, fl. 1950s–1980s)
Boulevard de Paris (Nocturne)
24×36 in. | Oil on Canvas | Signed
A vibrant Parisian nighttime boulevard scene with glowing storefronts, reflective wet streets, and impressionistic figures.
Provenance: European acquisition; Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC.
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICATION
Artist: Revel (French, fl. 1950s–1980s)
Title: Boulevard de Paris (Nocturne) (Attributed Title)
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 painting displays the stylistic characteristics typical of Revel, including atmospheric nocturne effects, elongated reflections, Parisian street architecture, and daub-style figures. The signature matches known authentic examples. Based on stylistic comparison and provenance, this work is authenticated as an original oil on canvas by Revel.
Private Collection, Europe
European Dealer / Gallery
Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC — Current Owner
Introducing “Boulevard de Paris (Nocturne)” by Revel, a luminous and atmospheric mid-century French oil on canvas that captures the essence of Paris by night. This 24×36 in. painting shimmers with rain-lit streets, amber storefronts, elegant silhouettes, and the iconic architectural presence that defines Parisian romance. Ideal for collectors of Paris street scenes, European impressionism, vintage French oils, and cityscape nocturnes that evoke nostalgia and metropolitan beauty.
This painting presents a sweeping Parisian boulevard under the glow of nightfall. The composition is built around a vanishing point that leads the viewer's eye toward a majestic cathedral structure in the distance—rendered in soft, cool greys and blurred silhouettes to evoke depth and atmospheric haze.
Tall golden poplar trees flank the street, rising like flame-shaped forms against the slate sky. Their verticality balances the horizontal movement of the pedestrian crowd, which is portrayed through small, energetic daubs of color—greens, reds, violets, browns—each suggesting a unique passerby without explicit detail.
The wet pavement is rendered with Revel’s signature streaked reflection technique: vertical brush pulls that elongate the light of streetlamps and windows, creating shimmering depth and the effect of recent rain. Storefronts glow with warm yellows and oranges, contrasting against the cool upper register of the canvas.
The lower right corner bears the artist’s bold red signature: “Revel.”
The painting blends impressionistic atmosphere with modern urban romanticism, capturing not just a place but an entire feeling—the hum of evening life, the elegance of Parisian architecture, and the soft poetry of illuminated streets.
Revel (active 1950s–1980s) is a French painter associated with mid-20th-century Parisian street scenes, known for atmospheric nocturnes, mist-filled boulevards, and impressionistic depictions of urban life. While detailed academic records of Revel’s life are limited—typical of French commercial painters of the post-war era—his works frequently appeared in European galleries catering to travelers, American collectors, and admirers of Parisian romanticism.
Born in France in the early 20th century, Revel is believed to have studied in Paris, where exposure to the École de Paris, the Impressionists, and later the Post-Impressionists shaped his approach to light, shadow, and movement. His influences include:
Antoine Blanchard
Édouard Cortès
Jean Béraud
Parisian “wet street” specialists of the 1950s–60s
Revel built his reputation on bustling cityscapes painted with vigorous brushstrokes, glowing lamplight, and atmospheric depth. His palette frequently combines muted greys and blue tones with warm, golden highlights. His works were sold through galleries in Paris, Nice, Brussels, and broader European art markets.
Collectors prize Revel’s paintings for their decorative elegance, nostalgia, and ability to capture Paris at its most poetic.
Revel (French, fl. 1950s–1980s)
Boulevard de Paris (Nocturne)
24×36 in. | Oil on Canvas | Signed
A vibrant Parisian nighttime boulevard scene with glowing storefronts, reflective wet streets, and impressionistic figures.
Provenance: European acquisition; Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC.
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICATION
Artist: Revel (French, fl. 1950s–1980s)
Title: Boulevard de Paris (Nocturne) (Attributed Title)
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 painting displays the stylistic characteristics typical of Revel, including atmospheric nocturne effects, elongated reflections, Parisian street architecture, and daub-style figures. The signature matches known authentic examples. Based on stylistic comparison and provenance, this work is authenticated as an original oil on canvas by Revel.
Private Collection, Europe
European Dealer / Gallery
Artfind Gallery, Washington, DC — Current Owner
