Boulevard
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Antal Berkes's Boulevard into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Boulevard by Antal Berkes captures the ephemeral charm of early 20th-century Paris through shimmering post-impressionist brushwork. The Hungarian painter (1874–1938), renowned for his atmospheric urban scenes, depicts rain-slicked cobblestones reflecting gaslight glow, with blurred figures strolling beneath chestnut trees—an ode to Parisian flâneur culture. Rendered in Berkes' signature broken-color technique influenced by Pissarro and the Salon de la Société Nationale circle, this work embodies Belle Époque optimism while foreshadowing modernist abstraction. As a prime example of Central European plein-air painting, it bridges academic realism and impressionist spontaneity—its 1910s creation coinciding with Budapest's artistic flourishing. The Metropolitan Museum's acquisition of similar Berkes works confirms his significance in documenting Europe's vanishing urban landscapes through luminous, emotionally resonant compositions.
For contemporary spaces, choose a custom frame echoing Haussmann-era gilt wood moldings (4-6" width) to honor its heritage. Display in entryways or studies where its 24x32" dimensions command attention without overwhelming—ideal above mid-century credenzas or against Farrow & Ball's 'Hague Blue' walls that amplify its cobalt shadows. The painting's champagne-gold tones naturally complement brass fixtures and warm oak flooring, while its kinetic brushstrokes energize minimalist interiors. In offices, pair with streamlined Eames chairs to balance romanticism with modernity, ensuring spotlighting at 3000K to mimic sunset glow on its rain-washed boulevard. Avoid high-traffic areas where details may get lost; instead let it anchor conversational groupings with jewel-toned velvets echoing its palette of aubergine and oxidized silver.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
