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Fanch Lel
French Coastal Oil Painting of Lighthouse and Fishing Boats at Le Port d’Étaples

1985

$727.11
£540
€636.78
CA$1,007.31
A$1,129.76
CHF 591.64
MX$13,727.72
NOK 7,512.83
SEK 7,122.69
DKK 4,753.21

About the Item

Title: French Coastal Oil Painting of Lighthouse and Fishing Boats at Le Port d’Étaples By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 13 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 atmospheric 1985 oil painting on board captures the early morning calm at Le Port d’Étaples, a renowned fishing harbour on the northern coast of France. In soft pastels and subdued tones, Fanch Lel paints a gentle maritime scene featuring small moored boats bobbing in still waters beneath a sky of lavender and pale rose. A white lighthouse stands at the harbour’s edge, its reflection shimmering across the calm tide. The palette—dominated by muted greys, powdery pinks, and seafoam green—creates a sense of serene quiet, suggesting either dawn or dusk over the Channel coast. The boats are arranged in a loose arc, drawing the viewer’s eye to the centre, where the lighthouse provides both a visual anchor and a symbol of coastal identity. Etaples-sur-Mer has a rich artistic history, having attracted painters such as Eugène Boudin and the American Etaples art colony. This piece continues that tradition, portraying the town’s maritime character with sensitivity and light. The reflective water and soft sky evoke a timeless, peaceful mood perfect for collectors of French coastal art, harbour scenes, or marine impressionism. This painting would suit both modern and traditional interiors, particularly those with nautical, travel, or French regional décor themes.
  • Creator:
    Fanch Lel (1930, French)
  • Creation Year:
    1985
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 16.25 in (41.28 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316326512

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