Parisian Street Scene toward the Arc de Triomphe
Original painting on canvas • Henry Rogers (Signed lower left)
Style & Movement
Mid-century Impressionist revival; commonly referred to as 'Continental' or 'Starving Artist' street scene style
Medium & Technique
Oil on canvas, executed with heavy impasto and palette knife techniques
Creation Period
Mid-to-late 20th Century (circa 1960s-1980s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 12 inches (image); Vertical/Portrait format
Subject Description
A bustling Parisian boulevard featuring figures walking toward the Arc de Triomphe in the distance. The composition uses a one-point perspective typical of commercial street scenes, with architectural elements and storefronts on the left and stylized trees on the right. The focus is on the play of light on the pavement and the atmospheric haze surrounding the monument.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; the canvas appears structurally sound, though there is visible staining on the linen liner and minor surface dust.
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $250 USD
Auction Estimate
$50 - $150 USD
Provenance History
Likely purchased from a commercial gallery or art fair specializing in decorative European-style landscapes during the late 20th century. No specific labels are visible to confirm secondary market history.
Art Historical Significance
This piece represents a popular genre of mid-century decorative art designed for the home market. While not by a major museum-listed artist, it reflects the enduring legacy of the Impressionist style and the commercial demand for nostalgic European cityscapes in post-war interior design.
Notable Features
Signature of 'Henry Rogers' in a serif-style script; prominent use of the palette knife to create architectural texture; classic mid-century frame with a linen inner border.
Condition Issues
Yellowing and staining on the cream-colored fabric/linen liner; minor particulate accumulation on the thick impasto peaks; aging to the silver-toned wooden frame.
Conservation Recommendations
Surface cleaning to remove dust from paint crevices; replacement of the stained linen liner to improve aesthetic presentation; display in a climate-controlled environment away from direct UV light.