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French Impressionist Oil Painting of Fishing Boats in Harbour with Reflections

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£570
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Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Fishing Boats in Harbour with Reflections By Fanch Lel Size: 15 x 18.25 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. Description: In this evocative harbour scene, French artist Fanch Lel captures a fleet of fishing boats at rest under a soft, overcast sky. The impressionistic composition, painted in a muted palette of beige, grey-blue, and soft ochre, conveys the gentle bustle of a working port—likely somewhere along the coast of Brittany or Normandy, known for its traditional maritime communities and weathered fishing fleets. A series of boats is moored in the foreground, their hulls rendered in pale yellows, creams, and earthy browns, each one reflected loosely in the gently rippling water below. A single rowboat floats near the viewer, anchoring the scene. Above, a line of gulls perches along a mast rope, adding life and movement to the otherwise calm composition. Lel’s brushwork here is confident and gestural—broad, textural strokes build up the water’s shimmering surface while softer blending captures the heaviness of a sky thick with cloud. The use of negative space and diffused light creates a moody, atmospheric quality that speaks to the quiet rhythm of coastal life. This painting would be ideal for collectors drawn to nautical subjects, vintage European harbour scenes, or those seeking a tranquil yet painterly composition. Its layered brushwork, tonal subtleties, and nostalgic mood make it a versatile piece—equally suited to cottage interiors, coastal homes, or spaces with a love for marine history and traditional French scenery.
  • Creator:
    Fanch Lel (1930, French)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Diameter: 18.25 in (46.36 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316308222

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