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Fanch LelImpressionist Coastal Gouache Painting of Fishing Boats and Rowing Figure at Sea
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Title: Impressionist Coastal Gouache Painting of Fishing Boats and Rowing Figure at Sea
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 9.75 x 11.75 inches (height x width)
Gouache painting on cardboard, unframed
Condition: The painting is in good condition with expressive texture throughout; minor surface wear and edge scuffing present.
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 original coastal painting in gouache captures a peaceful maritime scene featuring a trio of traditional sailboats floating on calm waters, accompanied by a lone rowboat in the foreground. The boats are depicted with ochre, blue, and terracotta sails, gently reflected in the green-grey sea below. The impressionist style of the painting enhances the dreamy, atmospheric mood of a quiet day at sea.
Set against a soft pastel sky with expressive grey and blue brushstrokes, the composition evokes the stillness of a fishing harbour in northern France—perhaps inspired by the ports of Brittany or Normandy. The lone figure in the rowboat adds a narrative element, inviting the viewer to imagine life along the coast.
Painted in a loose and painterly technique on textured card, the piece showcases the hallmarks of impressionist coastal artwork: visible brushwork, light-infused colour, and a serene, nautical subject. Ideal for collectors of seascapes, maritime paintings, harbour scenes, and small boat studies, this artwork is rich in texture and character.
With its muted, vintage colour palette and charming depiction of boats and water, this painting is perfect for interiors with a coastal, rustic, or shabby chic style. It would look beautiful framed and hung in a hallway, living room, or beach house, offering a timeless view of life by the sea.
Highly collectable for those drawn to nautical artwork, sailing boats, rowing figures, French fishing villages, or impressionist marine studies.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Width: 11.75 in (29.85 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316328582
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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