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F. Le Lay
Impressionist French Village Market Scene with Red Roofs and Figures

1984

$595.52
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€505.78
CA$810.16
A$900.27
CHF 471.75
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Title: Impressionist French Village Market Scene with Red Roofs and Figures By F. Le Lay Size: 8.75 x 10.75 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 vibrant oil painting by French artist F. Le Lay, dated 1984, captures a lively village market scene bursting with colour and movement. A cluster of whitewashed houses with rustic red-tiled roofs lines a gently curving street, where a group of figures—dressed in rich reds, yellows, and blues—gathers in what appears to be a communal or market setting. The composition is imbued with a festive energy, enhanced by loose, expressive brushwork and a saturated palette. Painted in oil on board using a bold impasto technique, the scene is full of painterly texture and charm. Trees and greenery emerge in the background, their stylized brushstrokes adding visual rhythm to the skyline. A sense of local warmth and regional identity permeates the image, suggesting a southern French setting—perhaps in Provence or the Dordogne, where terracotta roofs and bright sunlight are staples of the landscape. Ideal for collectors who enjoy post-impressionist or expressionist village scenes, this piece stands out for its confident use of colour and joyful atmosphere. It reflects both the architectural character of the region and the lively rhythm of community life in rural France.
  • Creator:
    F. Le Lay
  • Creation Year:
    1984
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Width: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316294282

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