Carlos Revilla

Carlos Revilla (France, 1940 – Lima, 2021) was the son of a Peruvian diplomat and a French mother. His father’s profession, along with his artistic training and career, led him to live in different countries, though he never lost his Peruvian roots. In Spain, he developed strong ties with the Surrealist group, drawing particular influence from Salvador Dalí’s vision of the movement, with whom he shared a close friendship. After André Breton’s passing, he was invited by Eduard Jaguer in Paris to join the *Phases Group*, where he helped organize exhibitions across southern France, Belgium, Germany, and other parts of the region. He remained with the group until the early 1980s. From Surrealism to Magical Realism, Revilla’s work is rich in symbols that reflect his inner world. His paintings are also marked by eroticism and the distinctive presence of the female figure—portraits and forms blending seamlessly with technological elements, organic shapes, or landscapes, all appearing with an uncanny sense of normalcy.