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Fanch LelImpressionist Outdoor Café Scene with Figures Trees and Red Umbrellas in Summer1993
1993
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Title: Impressionist Outdoor Café Scene with Figures Trees and Red Umbrellas in Summer
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 12.25 x 15.75 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, 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 lively gouache painting captures the essence of a bustling outdoor café scene in summertime, likely set in a French town square or park. A crowd of elegantly dressed figures—women in dresses, men in shirtsleeves—gather beneath the shelter of bold red parasols as tall pine trees cast dappled shade over the paved terrace. The composition is full of movement and energy, with groupings of people walking, chatting, and seated at café tables in relaxed poses.
The background is a lush canopy of forest greens, soft violets, and warm browns, with expressive brushstrokes suggesting depth and flickering light filtering through the trees. Lel’s palette is both playful and refined—using pastel pinks, soft lavenders, rich purples, and sky blues to create a festive, summery ambiance. The use of gouache lends a velvety matte finish that enhances the warmth and intimacy of the scene.
Painted in 1997, this work offers a nostalgic window into a sunlit moment of community and leisure. It is ideal for collectors who appreciate scenes of French life, vintage fashion, or café culture. Whether recalling a Parisian garden or a Provençal promenade, this charming tableau radiates the joy of being outdoors among others, making it perfect for dining rooms, sunrooms, or spaces designed to inspire conversation.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Creation Year:1993
- Dimensions:Height: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316327072
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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