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Fanch LelFrench Canal Scene Oil Painting of Whitewashed Buildings Gondolas and Reflection
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Title: French Canal Scene Oil Painting of Whitewashed Buildings Gondolas and Reflections
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 12.75 x 16.25 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 luminous oil on board by French artist Fanch Lel depicts a Venetian-style canal scene bathed in pastel tones. The composition features whitewashed waterside buildings with soft terracotta rooftops, flanking a tranquil canal where gondolas and traditional boats gently float. The pale sky stretches across the top in sweeping bands of lavender, mint, peach, and slate blue, contributing to the impression of a quiet afternoon in a dreamy historic port.
Lel's signature impressionistic technique is fully on display here—bold palette knife strokes and a softly abstracted touch blur the line between architecture and reflection. The water below echoes the warm tones of the buildings and the delicate cloud-streaked sky above, forming a perfectly balanced and immersive composition.
While the setting could plausibly be Venice, this piece may also depict a French canal town influenced by Italian architecture, such as Sète or Martigues, known for their sun-washed facades and gondola-like vessels.
Ideal for collectors of European travel art, romantic canal scenes, or impressionist seascapes, this work offers both decorative charm and painterly depth. It would make a striking focal point in light-filled interiors or serene spaces designed to evoke escape and elegance.
The piece's use of white, blush, and muted coral against reflections of blue and grey adds a modern freshness, making it equally suitable for both traditional and contemporary design schemes.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)Width: 16.25 in (41.28 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316326652
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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