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Fanch Lel
French Cityscape Oil Painting of Canal Bridge and Historic Architecture

$684.20
£505
€590.90
CA$942.53
A$1,055.58
CHF 550.78
MX$12,893.45
NOK 7,007.57
SEK 6,605.48
DKK 4,409.82

About the Item

Title: French Cityscape Oil Painting of Canal Bridge and Historic Architecture By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 16.25 x 13 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 elegant vertical-format oil on board by French artist Fanch Lel presents a romantic cityscape centered around a gently arched brick canal bridge framed by historic French architecture. Rendered in soft pastel tones—lavender, rose, cream, slate, and olive—the composition captures the ethereal charm of a serene town, likely inspired by cities such as Strasbourg, Annecy, or even Bruges with its Flemish-influenced rooftops and intimate waterways. The painting’s perspective draws the viewer down the narrow canal beneath the arched bridge, reflecting softly in the water below. Textural brushstrokes in pale pinks and greys mingle with deeper shadow tones, suggesting a misty morning or fading dusk, while leafy greens offer contrast and natural structure. Lel’s signature impressionist style brings atmosphere and emotion to the architecture, with softened windows, rooftops, and chimneys painted with just enough detail to evoke a sense of place without anchoring the scene too literally. The result is timeless and dreamlike—a fleeting moment captured in oil. Ideal for lovers of European canal cities, collectors of romantic architectural art, or those drawn to palette knife work and diffused light, this piece evokes the quiet beauty of a peaceful town stroll. A perfect complement to refined, light interiors or gallery walls celebrating travel and nostalgia.
  • Creator:
    Fanch Lel (1930, French)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.25 in (41.28 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316326712

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