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About the Item
Title: French Autumn River Scene with Fisherman and Reflected Poplar Trees
by Fanch Lel
Signed: Bottom right corner
Size: 14.5 x 18 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Condition: Good overall condition. Slight surface wear and edge scuffing consistent with age and the use of impasto brushwork on board.
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 atmospheric oil painting by Fanch Lel captures a peaceful riverside moment framed by tall poplar trees and soft autumn light. A lone figure in a rowboat sits quietly on the reflective water, possibly fishing, their form mirrored in the gentle ripples below. The trees lining the bank glow in shades of pale ochre and warm cream, set against a sky rendered in cool blue and violet greys.
Lel’s impressionist technique is on full display here: short, broken brushstrokes and thickly applied pigment build up a richly textured surface, especially in the foliage and water reflections. The combination of crisp light and cool shadows evokes the brisk stillness of a late autumn day in the French countryside—possibly in a region such as the Loire Valley or central Brittany, where riverbanks and poplars are common.
This work distils a sense of solitude and introspection, common in post-war French painting that favours atmosphere over narrative. The artist’s sensitivity to light and movement makes this more than a landscape—it becomes a visual meditation on season, space, and quiet human presence in nature.
Perfect for collectors of French rural painting, mid-century impressionism, or lovers of reflective river scenes, this piece works beautifully in interiors seeking softness, seasonal tones, and evocative natural light.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316708962
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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