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Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Coastal Monument under Overcast Skies
By Fanch Lel (French b. 1930)
Size: 16.25 x 13 inches (height x width)
Signed: Yes
Oil painting on board, unframed
Condition: The painting is in good condition, with minor signs of aging.
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 expressive work by Fanch Lel captures a coastal scene dominated by a tall, column-like monument, rising proudly against a brooding, cloud-filled sky. The monument, with its faintly detailed spire, stands as a sentinel over the quiet harbor below, its form suggesting an enduring presence amidst the elements. Small, whitewashed buildings with dark, sloping roofs line the shore, their simplicity contrasting with the monument’s imposing height and grandeur.
In the foreground, small boats rest calmly in the gentle, green-tinted waters, anchored along a softly curved shoreline that guides the eye toward the monument. Lel’s choice of muted grays, blues, and greens lends a melancholic yet tranquil atmosphere, evoking the mood of a peaceful coastal village touched by history and tradition.
The brushwork is loose yet intentional, particularly in the sky, where layered strokes convey a sense of movement in the clouds as they drift above the scene. The impressionistic rendering of the waves adds texture and depth, drawing the viewer into the reflective quality of the water. Lel’s composition subtly plays with perspective, placing the viewer at eye level with the harbor, as if standing on the shore and looking up at the monument. This perspective, combined with the restrained palette and masterful brushwork, creates a feeling of solitude and timelessness, as if the monument has stood watch over the village and harbor for centuries, unaffected by the passage of time.
- 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)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509315388282
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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