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Title: French Impressionist Coastal Village Scene with Boats and Stormy Sky
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 15 x 18 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on cardboard, unframed
Condition: Good condition overall with minor surface handling marks and light wear to edges, consistent with its medium and vintage character. Painted on corrugated card, which adds visible texture and depth.
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 evocative French coastal scene, Fanch Lel captures a windswept village as storm clouds gather over the sea. Fishing boats rest askew on the sand while a lone figure walks along the rocky shore in vibrant orange, perhaps a fisherman returning home before the storm breaks. The drama of the dark grey sky contrasts with the bright whites and sea greens of the small clustered cottages beyond, giving the scene both tension and warmth.
Painted in oil on corrugated cardboard, the work displays Lel’s distinctive impressionist technique—broad, confident strokes, muted but expressive colours, and textured layering that communicates atmosphere as much as form. The tilted boats in yellow and red provide focal points in the composition, anchoring the viewer’s gaze in a scene otherwise marked by sweeping natural elements and human solitude.
The village, nestled against a dense tree line, suggests a coastal settlement in Brittany or Normandy, regions known for their rugged shorelines and traditional fishing culture. The low tide exposes rocky outcrops and muddy sand, while subtle movement in the clouds adds a sense of transience to the moment depicted.
This painting is ideal for collectors of French regional landscapes, maritime scenes, or atmospheric impressionism. It would look particularly striking in interiors that favour natural themes or vintage coastal decor, offering a visual narrative full of texture, mood, and quiet resilience.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316350432
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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