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About the Item
Title: French Impressionist Sunrise over Saint Malo with Rowboat by Fanch Lel
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 20 x 24 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on cardboard, unframed
Condition: Good condition overall with minor surface handling marks and light wear to edges, consistent with its medium and vintage character. Painted on corrugated card, which adds visible texture and depth.
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:
Titled “Soleil Levant à St Malo” (Sunrise in Saint Malo), this expressive oil on corrugated board by French artist Fanch Lel captures the magical, fleeting moment of daybreak over one of Brittany’s most beloved coastal towns. The historic port city of Saint Malo—known for its walled fortifications, rich maritime history, and breathtaking skies—provides the atmospheric backdrop for this painterly seascape.
At the centre of the composition, a glowing orange sun rises from behind misty clouds, scattering warm reflections across the water. A lone rowboat floats in the foreground, adding a human element to the otherwise hushed morning scene. A sailboat in the distance and shadowy land masses along the horizon suggest the beginnings of coastal life stirring into motion.
Rendered in a moody, dusky palette of stormy greys, deep purples, ochres, and pale blues, the painting combines softness and depth, with expressive brushwork that gives movement to sky and sea alike. The corrugated texture of the board subtly enhances the dynamism of the piece, contributing to its raw, impressionistic charm.
Ideal for collectors of French coastal art, impressionist seascapes, and those with a connection to Brittany or Saint Malo, this painting evokes a moment of introspection and natural beauty that will resonate in any setting.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316351832
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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