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Fanch Lel
French Coastal Gouache Painting of Fishing Boats at Low Tide

1994

$731.95
£535
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Title: French Coastal Gouache Painting of Fishing Boats at Low Tide by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) Signed: Yes Size: 8.75 inches (height) x 12.25 inches (width) Gouache painting on paper, unframed Condition: The painting is in good condition, with minor signs of aging. Provenance: All the paintings we have for sale by this artist have come from the artists estate and have had no previous owners at all. Description: This vivid gouache painting by French artist Fanch Lel captures the fishing boats of Erquy—a picturesque seaside town on Brittany’s northern coast—resting at low tide against a sweeping horizon. The artist’s masterful use of gouache brings an almost glowing intensity to the blues, purples, and sandy ochres that define the tidal flats. Eight boats are moored in various angles, their lines gently tethered, casting long shadows across the textured ground. In the distance, dark rocky outcrops and vibrant flashes of yellow in the sky suggest the golden light of early morning or evening. The piece is full of movement and colour while maintaining the stillness of the moment between tides. For collectors of French maritime art, regional coastal towns, or expressive plein air works, this signed piece offers both charm and authenticity, grounded in a specific and beloved location.
  • Creator:
    Fanch Lel (1930, French)
  • Creation Year:
    1994
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Width: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316018072

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