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F. Le LayFrench Village Street with Stone Houses and Arched Doorway
About the Item
Title: French Village Street with Stone Houses and Arched Doorway
By F Le Lay
Signed: Yes
Size: 13 x 16 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Condition: The painting is in good condition with expressive texture throughout; minor surface wear and edge scuffing present.
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 expressive oil painting by Le Lay depicts a winding village lane flanked by traditional stone houses under a dramatic, swirling blue sky. The composition draws the viewer into the heart of rural France, capturing the charm and simplicity of village life with its sharply angled rooftops, rustic textures, and narrow passageways.
A notable architectural feature—a red-brick arched doorway set against whitewashed stone—adds a focal point of colour and craftsmanship, contrasting beautifully with the deep shadows on the right. The play of light across the road and walls suggests a crisp, possibly late-afternoon light, typical of small French villages where shadows stretch and the atmosphere feels timeless.
The sky is painted with energetic movement and cloud forms, creating a dynamic upper frame that enhances the otherwise quiet street. The presence of a small figure walking in the distance adds life and a sense of scale to the otherwise still environment.
Ideal for collectors of French village scenes or rural architecture, this piece captures the warm tones and character of provincial France with a style that feels both nostalgic and painterly.
- Creator:F. Le Lay
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316309722
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