Items Similar to French Impressionist Canal Scene with Bridge and Whitewashed Houses
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 12
Fanch LelFrench Impressionist Canal Scene with Bridge and Whitewashed Houses
$706.46
£515
€603.33
CA$992.26
A$1,092.40
CHF 558.33
MX$13,038.13
NOK 7,108.73
SEK 6,652.19
DKK 4,506.51
About the Item
Title: French Impressionist Canal Scene with Bridge and Whitewashed Houses
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:
In this atmospheric canal-side painting, Fanch Lel captures the quiet elegance of a historic French town, with whitewashed buildings, shuttered windows, and a charming stone bridge spanning calm waters. The scene is likely inspired by towns such as Annecy, Colmar, or Chartres—places where narrow waterways thread between centuries-old architecture.
Lel’s expressive brushwork brings life to the reflections in the water and texture to the aged facades. The sky is rendered in sweeping strokes of beige, soft blue, and dusky peach, giving the scene a tranquil, late-afternoon tone. The rounded turret roof and delicate chimneys add to the romantic character of the townscape, evoking a timeless sense of place.
This work would appeal to collectors of French architectural art, canal scenes, or anyone drawn to moody, softly lit compositions with historic charm. It’s a subtle, evocative piece that transports the viewer to the heart of an old-world riverside town.
- 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)
- Medium:
- Movement & Style:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316309682
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.
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 1989
1stDibs seller since 2016
4,871 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Cirencester, United Kingdom
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllFrench Impressionist Oil Painting of A Tranquil Village View with Stone Bridge
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of A Tranquil Village View with Stone Bridge
By Fanch Lel (French b. 1930)
Size: 8.75 x 10.75 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, ...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Impressionist Riverside Scene with Boats and Stone Bridge Under Muted Sky
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Riverside Scene
signed by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930)
Size: 9 x 11.5 inches
Gouache painting on cardboard, unframed
Condition: The painting is in good condition, with minor signs of a...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gouache
Impressionist River Bridge Scene with Reflections and White Buildings in France
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Impressionist River Bridge Scene with Reflections and White Buildings in France
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 16.25 x 13.25 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on cardboard,...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$471 Sale Price
20% Off
French Impressionist Pastel Landscape of Arched Bridge and Riverside Cottages
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Pastel Landscape of Arched Bridge and Riverside Cottages
By Fanch Lel
Size: 13 x 16.25 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Condition: ...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Canal Scene Oil Painting of Whitewashed Buildings Gondolas and Reflection
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
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, u...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Impressionist Oil of Thatched Farmhouse with River and Bridge
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil of Thatched Farmhouse with River and Bridge
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 13 x 16.25 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Conditio...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
You May Also Like
Impressionist French River town landscape
Located in Woodbury, CT
C. Andronis
French River Landscape, signed and dated 1959
Oil on board Original carved French frame
This luminous and expressive painting by C. Andronis captures the vibrant spirit...
Category
1950s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
River Landscape - Early 20th Century French Expressionist Antique Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful 1930's French expressionist oil on canvas depicting a river landscape with a bridge and houses under a dramatic sky.
Excellent quality work, with lovely impasto brush wo...
Category
Early 20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Romantic French Impressionist River Landscape The Old Bridge 27th September 1914
Located in Cotignac, FR
Early 20th Century, French, oil on canvas of a romantic river scape with an ancient bridge. The work is dedicated, signed and dated bottom left, but we have not been able to decipher...
Category
Early 20th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
$363 Sale Price
58% Off
George Loftus Noyes American Impressionist Painting French Canal Scene
By George Loftus Noyes
Located in Rockport, MA
Oil on board
Dimensions: 14"x16" without frame, 20"x22" with frame
Signed lower left: G.L. Noyes
Noyes’s palette of sage greens, lavender, and rose adds warmth and harmony. A key fi...
Category
19th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Impressionist Oil of the Pont St Michael and the River Seine in Paris
Located in Cotignac, FR
Oil on board Impressionist view of the Saint Michael bridge and the river Seine in Paris. The painting is signed bottom right and titled, signed and dated to the back board along wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Impressionist French scene, The Pont Nerf, on the River Seine in Paris France
Located in Woodbury, CT
This atmospheric painting by Anglo-American impressionist Charles Bertie Hall captures one of Paris’s most enduring landmarks, the Pont Neuf, with a lively sensitivity to both archit...
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
More Ways To Browse
Used Window Shutters
Oil Painting White Mountains
Old World Masters
Painting Boats At Dock
Rf Art
Rhine Art
Saint Tropez Painting
Scottish Colourists
Seascape Oil Painting Modernist
Sheep Meadow
Vienna Oil Painting
Yosemite Oil Painting
1837 Oil
20 X 30 Paintings
America Cup Painting
Arc De Triomphe Painting
Beach Dune Painting
Bodega Bay