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Fanch Lel
Impressionist Painting of Fishing Boats and Boathouse under Dramatic Sky

$744.82
£550
€644.58
CA$1,027.14
A$1,153.95
CHF 602.94
MX$14,084.49
NOK 7,655.58
SEK 7,206.12
DKK 4,810.12

About the Item

Title: Impressionist Painting of Fishing Boats and Boathouse under Dramatic Sky By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 13 x 16.25 inches (height x width) Oil 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 striking oil painting by French artist Fanch Lel features a bold impressionist depiction of a harbourside boathouse surrounded by vividly coloured fishing vessels. Set against a moody, swirling sky of greys and warm peach tones, the composition captures the quiet moment just before or after a coastal storm, with boats gently reflecting on the water’s surface and a single boathouse anchoring the scene. Lel’s use of colour is especially powerful here—vibrant cobalt blue, deep ochre yellow, and rusty orange boats contrast sharply with the more subdued background. The impasto texture of the oil application enhances the atmosphere and sense of movement in the sky and water. The boats appear moored, with their reflections rendered in fragmented, expressive brushstrokes, creating a mirrored effect that blurs the line between solid and fluid forms. The central structure, with its red-roofed top and aged blue siding, evokes the rustic charm of working harbours found along the French Atlantic coast, possibly inspired by fishing villages in Brittany or Normandy. Lel’s signature style—marked by expressive mark-making and a poetic interpretation of light—imbues the scene with both drama and warmth. Perfect for collectors of marine or harbour-themed artwork, this piece is ideal for adding colour and character to a space. Its rich palette and dynamic energy make it suitable for a modern interior looking for a coastal statement piece with an impressionist flair.
  • Creator:
    Fanch Lel (1930, French)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 16.25 in (41.28 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316328442

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