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Fanch LelFrench Ink Drawing of Market Scene with Figures and Umbrella by Fanch Lel
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Title: French Ink Drawing of Market Scene with Figures and Umbrella by Fanch Lel
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 6.5 x 8.5 inches (height x width)
Ink 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:
In this expressive black ink drawing titled "Le Marché", French artist Fanch Lel captures the energy and rhythm of a bustling outdoor market scene. Rendered in quick, confident brushstrokes on raw cardboard, the composition depicts a lively street gathering with loosely sketched figures, café-style tables, and a large umbrella providing shade in the foreground. A tall building rises in the background, anchoring the scene in an urban village setting—possibly a small town square in rural France.
Though minimal in detail, Lel’s dynamic linework conveys a vivid sense of movement: marketgoers linger at tables, while others walk past in wide-brimmed hats and coats. The overall effect is reminiscent of 20th-century street reportage drawing, where spontaneity takes precedence over precision. The natural grain and texture of the cardboard surface further emphasize the immediacy and informality of the scene.
The handwritten title Le Marché (The Market) gives the viewer contextual insight, affirming the artist’s intent to document daily life rather than dramatize it. This work would appeal to collectors interested in French modernism, figure studies, or scenes of traditional French life captured through minimalist, gestural line.
A charming and atmospheric example of observational drawing, this piece offers a candid glimpse into a timeless moment in a public square.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316351912
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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