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Fanch LelFrench Coastal Lighthouse Scene with Sailors and Yellow Boat in Bold Oil
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Title: French Coastal Lighthouse Scene with Sailors and Yellow Boat in Bold Oil
By Fanch Lel
Size: 17.75 x 21.75 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:
A stylized and bold French harbor painting featuring a small lighthouse, two fishermen, and a vibrant yellow boat docked along the edge of the sea wall. Painted with thick, expressive strokes and confident palette knife work, this oil composition captures the timeless rhythm of life along the French coast.
The sweeping turquoise sky is built from wide, rhythmic strokes that guide the viewer’s eye across the scene. The geometric treatment of the ground plane—layered in squares and diagonals of warm ochres and browns—creates a sense of movement and light, while the figures at the center ground the composition with a moment of quiet conversation or contemplation.
The yellow fishing boat to the left adds a strong focal contrast, complemented by the lighthouse and tiled-roof cottage to the right, both of which anchor the composition architecturally. The entire work exudes a relaxed, almost Cubist energy, celebrating form and texture as much as subject matter.
This piece will appeal to collectors of modernist coastal works, lovers of French fishing village scenes, and those drawn to energetic, color-blocked compositions. A striking addition to any maritime-themed interior.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 17.75 in (45.09 cm)Width: 21.75 in (55.25 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316326822
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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