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Fanch LelFrench Watercolour of Autumn Trees and Village Rooftops in Soft Pastel Tones
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Title: French Watercolour of Autumn Trees and Village Rooftops in Soft Pastel Tones
by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930)
Size: 12.75 inches (height) x 9.25 inches (width)
Watercolor 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.
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This delicate and whimsical French watercolour by Fanch Lel captures an abstracted view of slender autumn trees set against the soft silhouette of a village with blue-tiled rooftops. The artist employs translucent washes of pastel pink, ochre, green, and periwinkle to evoke the fading warmth of autumn light. A limited but harmonious palette allows the viewer’s eye to drift through the layered composition, from the lightly defined tree trunks to the distant architectural forms nestled below. The scene is peaceful and impressionistic, focusing more on atmosphere and emotion than realism—an approach that makes this work ideal for collectors who appreciate poetic landscapes, modernist abstraction, or the gentle interplay of nature and architecture. With its quiet charm and romantic tones, this piece would sit beautifully in a calming interior or as part of a contemporary pastel-themed collection.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)Width: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316010492
Fanch Lel
Fanch Lel’s paintings, primarily executed in oil and gouache, evoke the serenity and charm of the French countryside, with a particular emphasis on the region's coastal and rural beauty. His works often highlight iconic landmarks such as Mont Saint-Michel and capture the essence of Breton culture with his portrayals of the region’s people and customs. Lel's self-taught, plein air approach allows for dynamic compositions that reflect the atmospheric light and textures of the region, giving his pieces a timeless appeal. His choice of soft, muted colors and rich textures brings a sense of nostalgia and quietude to each painting, making them a perfect addition to collections that appreciate mid-century French art. A member of the Société des Artistes Indépendants and a Knight of the Palmes Académiques, Fanch Lel's works have been featured in numerous exhibitions across France, including in Paris, Avranches, Dinard, and Pont-Aven, to name a few. His art has been highly sought after by collectors for decades.
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