Items Similar to French Impressionist Oil Painting of View of the Old Bridge at Espalion, Aveyron
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 9
Fanch LelFrench Impressionist Oil Painting of View of the Old Bridge at Espalion, Aveyron1998
1998
$733.84
£545
€642.67
CA$1,016.64
A$1,140.22
CHF 597.12
MX$13,854.83
NOK 7,582.39
SEK 7,188.64
DKK 4,797.22
About the Item
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of View of the Old Bridge at Espalion, Aveyron
By Fanch Lel (French b. 1930)
Size: 8.75 x 10.75 inches (height x width)
Signed: Yes
Oil painting on board, unframed
Condition: The painting is in good condition.
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: Fanch Lel's 1998 work Vue du vieux Pont à Espalion (Aveyron) offers a captivating view of the historical village of Espalion, located in the scenic Aveyron region of southern France. The central focus of this piece is the "vieux pont" (old bridge), an architectural gem spanning the Truyère River, which has long been a defining feature of the town.
The artist’s bold, expressive brushstrokes bring a textured richness to the scene, with a highly impressionistic style that makes the viewer feel immersed in the setting. Lel uses a soft yet varied palette—combining pastel blues, earthy greens, and neutral shades of white and grey—that complements the natural surroundings, evoking a calm, overcast day. The misty atmosphere is beautifully rendered in the blurred outlines of the buildings and bridge, while the reflection in the water below adds a dreamlike quality to the landscape. In particular, the painter’s choice of subdued colors contrasts with the vibrant pops of orange and red seen in distant rooftops and figures, bringing subtle warmth and life into the tranquil scene.
The surface of the painting itself has a rough texture, inviting the viewer to feel as if they are part of the village, standing by the river’s edge on a quiet, reflective day. Lel’s ability to balance architectural detail with artistic abstraction is evident in the delicate rendering of the bridge and buildings, which sit in harmony with the flowing waters of the Truyère River.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Creation Year:1998
- Dimensions:Height: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Width: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
- Medium:
- Movement & Style:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509315294512
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.

About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 1989
1stDibs seller since 2016
4,649 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Cirencester, United Kingdom
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllFrench Riverside Village Dinan With Stone Bridge and Blue Roofs Oil Painting
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Riverside Village Dinan With Stone Bridge and Blue Roofs Oil Painting
by Fanch Lel
Signed: Bottom left corner
Size: 14.75 x 18.25 inches (height x width)
Oil painting o...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Impressionist Oil Painting of A Tranquil Village View with Stone Bridge
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of A Tranquil Village View with Stone Bridge
By Fanch Lel (French b. 1930)
Size: 8.75 x 10.75 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, ...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Impressionist Oil Painting of Village View in Espalion, Aveyron
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Village View in Espalion, Aveyron
By Fanch Lel (French b. 1930)
Size: 9.75 x 8.75 inches (height x width)
Signed: Yes
Oil painting on boar...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Impressionist Cathedral and Bridge Scene with Soft Pastel Palette
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Cathedral and Bridge Scene with Soft Pastel Palette
By Fanch Lel
Size: 18.25 x 15 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Condition: The p...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Gentle View of Pont Aven Bridge Brittany France Landscape Oil Painting
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Pont Aven Brittany
signed by Fanch Lel
Size: 10.5 x 13.5 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on canvas, unframed
Inscribed verso
Condition: Good condition overall with minor surface...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Impressionist French Harvest Landscape with Stone Bridge and Castle near Amiens
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Impressionist French Harvest Landscape with Stone Bridge and Castle near Amiens
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 13 x 9.75 inches (height x width)
Gouache painting on cardboard,...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gouache
You May Also Like
Post impressionist large summer oil painting of the Old Bridge at Albi, France
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
A large and very attractive landscape painting of The old Bridge at Albi in summertime France. The pinks of the French architecture are perfectly set o...
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Roman Bridge, Somewhere in Provence, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By Lianna Klassen
Located in Yardley, PA
This painting is one of a series called Somewhere In Provence and is based on my time there in spring of 2018. The colours and the way the sun hits the ground have inspired generatio...
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
French Post Impressionist painting of the bridge at Albi, France by Wittmann
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Charles Wittmann (French, 1876 – 1953)
Le Pont d’Albi
Oil on canvas
Signed ‘CH. WITTMANN’ (lower right)
23.3/4 x 28.3/4 in. (60.3 x 73 cm.)
Son of Er...
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Brantôme's Bridge", River and Buildings Impressionist Landscape Oil Painting
By Yves Calméjane
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
This artwork depicts the Pont Coudé stone arch bridge in the French town of Brantôme, the "Dordogne's Venice". Interestingly, although most pictures of the bridge show the abbey acr...
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Le Pont Neuf - Impressionist Figures in Landscape Oil by Amedee Marcel-Clement
By Amedee Julien Marcel-Clement
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed and dated figures in cityscape oil on panel by French impressionist painter Amedee Marcel-Clement. The work depicts a view of the Pont Neuf bridge that runs over the River Sei...
Category
1910s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Large French Oil Painting Paris, Seine River w Bridge, Landscape, Lucien Delarue
By Lucien Delarue
Located in Surfside, FL
Lucien Delarue (1925-2011)
Paris Seine River Scene.
"Seine at Paris"
Provenance: Newman Gallery, Phila. Label verso.
Hand signed on Canvas.
Dimensions: H: 25 inches: W: 31.5 inches: Frame: 35 X 41 inches
Artist Lucien Delarue was born in Paris in 1925, and he is known for his spectacular cityscape painting. Post Impressionist painter He studied at the studios of Grande Chaumiere, Paris and was a pupil of Maitre Yves Brayer. He is best know as a French Impressionist. He loved to paint the romantic streets of Paris with its stunning architecture and beauty. Also included in his repertoire is colorful French floral still life paintings, South of France country cottages, harbor views, and river scenes. At a very early age Delarue began taking part in exhibitions. Quickly he was talking medals for his works including first prize and the Vermeil-Medaille at the Salon Violet. Other gold medals include the Salon of Vincennes, and the Salon of Clichy (1973). In 1974 he won the silver medal at the Salon des Artistes Francais, and a bronze medal at the "Arts-Sciences-Lettres" exhibition in Paris. He also exhibited works at the Museum of Ile de France in the chateau of Sceaux. He held exhibitions in New York and in San Francisco in the United States. He was a member of the Salon des Artistes Francais and of the French Watercolor Society.Lucien Delarue excelled in recreating the cottages, harbor views, and expressionist architecture of Paris in his artwork. His watercolor paintings include color-rich representations of France's many scenic rivers. Delarue would eventually become a member of the French Watercolor Society and the Salon des Artistes Francais. He showed with Henk Bos...
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
More Ways To Browse
Old Bridge
Vintage Architectural Renderings
Kevin Stone
Tom Young
Cows In A Field
English Cottage Scenes
Used Buoys
Water Mill Painting
J Smith Painting
South Pacific Painting
Swimming Pool Painting
Turquoise Mountain
19th Century Paris Street Scene
Haystacks Painting
Pennsylvania Dutch
Royal Engineers
Apple Tree Painting
Lighthouse Oil Painting