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Fanch Lel
French Impressionist Harbour Scene with Fishing Boats and Coastal Cottages

$654.09
£480
€565.73
CA$900.21
A$1,003.38
CHF 526.44
MX$12,252.87
NOK 6,665.84
SEK 6,300.24
DKK 4,222.28

About the Item

Title: French Impressionist Harbour Scene with Fishing Boats and Coastal Cottages by Fanch Lel Signed: Bottom left corner Size: 14.5 x 18.5 inches (height x width) Oil painting on board, unframed Condition: Good condition overall. Minor surface handling marks and light corner wear, consistent with age and use of cardboard as a surface. Slight undulation typical for this medium. 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 vibrant oil painting by Fanch Lel captures a lively Breton harbour scene with fishing boats docked along a coastal quay. The composition bursts with movement and colour, using bold brushstrokes and a warm palette of red, blue, ochre, and pastel tones. The whitewashed cottages in the background suggest a traditional French fishing village, with rooftops peeking over the seawall and the gentle rise of hills in the distance. Lel’s impressionist technique brings a dynamic, almost celebratory energy to the work. The sky is rendered with sweeping strokes of white, blush, and grey, while the water is alive with dancing reflections in teal, lilac, and buttery yellow. The boats are defined not with rigid outlines but with confident blocks of colour and rhythmic marks, giving them a feeling of gentle motion as if swaying with the tide. The scene may reference the artist’s frequent visits to Brittany’s picturesque ports such as Douarnenez, Concarneau, or Camaret-sur-Mer—all known for their fishing heritage and colourful boats. While not specifically titled, the atmospheric style and subject matter strongly suggest this coastal setting. Ideal for collectors of maritime art and mid-century French painting, this piece brings charm, movement, and warmth. Its lively texture and open composition suit a variety of interiors—from coastal homes to modern spaces in need of a dash of painterly energy.
  • Creator:
    Fanch Lel (1930, French)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316708742

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