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Title: French Coastal Village Oil Painting of Thatched Cottages and Figure Walking
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 atmospheric coastal oil painting by French artist Fanch Lel captures a peaceful village scene along the edge of the sea. A single figure walks down a pale path between two thatched cottages, heading toward the distant horizon where a sailboat quietly glides along turquoise waters under a softly dappled sky.
Lel’s impressionistic brushwork lends movement and softness to the entire composition, from the windswept greenery to the textured slate rooftops. Muted tones of seafoam green, lavender, peach, and cream dominate the palette, creating an effect of early morning light or the calm before a change in weather. The rooftops, dotted with red chimneys, contrast gently against the subtle pastels and cloudy sky.
The mood is one of quiet solitude and timeless rhythm—perhaps a fishing village in Brittany or Normandy, where the proximity to the sea shapes both lifestyle and landscape. Lel often painted rural and coastal life with a poetic sensibility, and here he captures not just a place, but the feeling of walking through it.
Ideal for collectors who enjoy French countryside scenes, seascape-inspired art, or nostalgic European village settings, this piece offers both visual charm and a sense of narrative. It would suit interiors with rustic, nautical, or romantic tones, or any space in need of a contemplative focal point.
- 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: LU509316326762
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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