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Fanch LelFrench Impressionist Mountain Village with Church Tower and Red Tiled Roofs
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Title: French Impressionist Mountain Village with Church Tower and Red Tiled Roofs
By Fanch Lel
Size: 12.75 x 16.25 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Condition: The painting is in good condition with minor signs of wear and handling along the edges consistent with age.
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.
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In this luminous oil painting, French artist Fanch Lel captures a peaceful hillside village nestled beneath soft mountain mists. A tall baroque-style church tower rises above clusters of red-roofed buildings, drawing the viewer’s eye through the heart of the composition. Painted with expressive brushwork and a delicate balance of warm and cool tones, this impressionist landscape evokes the charm of an Alpine or Provençal town, possibly inspired by the Rhône-Alpes or southern French regions.
The homes, rendered in creamy whites and dusky blues with terracotta rooftops, are huddled closely together, suggesting warmth and intimacy. Surrounding the town, violet-hued hills and a sky swirling with pale greens and greys suggest the shifting light of early morning or late afternoon. Lel’s thick application of oil paint gives the entire surface a tactile, almost sculptural quality, enhancing the sense of atmosphere and age.
This piece beautifully captures the enduring architecture and natural tranquility of France’s countryside villages. The church steeple and domed bell tower reflect historical architectural influences found throughout Europe, adding to its collectible appeal for those who appreciate religious landmarks, village scenes, and mountain settings.
Ideal for admirers of European impressionism, collectors of French landscapes, or anyone drawn to idyllic rural architecture, this work offers timeless beauty and a strong sense of place.
- 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: LU509316296072
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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