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Fanch LelFrench Impressionist Harbour Scene in Le Guilvinec Finistère with Moored Boats1999
1999
$727.11
£540
€636.78
CA$1,007.31
A$1,129.76
CHF 591.64
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About the Item
Title: French Impressionist Harbour Scene in Le Guilvinec Finistère with Moored Boats
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 9.5 x 11.75 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 original 1999 oil painting by French artist Fanch Lel captures the quiet beauty of Le Guilvinec, a fishing port located in the Finistère Sud region of Brittany, France. The composition features a row of traditional whitewashed Breton houses with slate roofs facing a tranquil harbour where a cluster of small boats gently bob in the water. Their reflections ripple softly below, painted in broken strokes of blue, green, and pink.
Le Guilvinec is one of Brittany’s most renowned fishing ports, particularly known for its daily langoustine landings and rich maritime heritage. Lel’s depiction is both atmospheric and stylized—painted in a soft pastel palette with loose impressionistic brushwork. The sky, rendered in pale blue and cream tones, offers a gentle contrast to the structured rooftops and painterly textures of the water’s surface.
The artist’s characteristic handling of impasto and colour blocking gives the piece a charming, tactile energy. There is a feeling of stillness and local authenticity that captures not only the visual appeal but also the rhythm of daily life in a Breton harbour village. This painting will appeal to collectors of French coastal art, maritime scenes, or those with personal ties to Brittany’s culturally rich and visually captivating landscape.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Creation Year:1999
- Dimensions:Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 11.75 in (29.85 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316294662
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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