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Fanch Lel
Impressionist Riverfront Scene with Tower Boats and Seagulls Under Clouded Sky

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Title: Impressionist Riverfront Scene with Tower Boats and Seagulls Under Clouded Sky By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 15 x 21.75 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 dynamic impressionist oil painting captures a dramatic riverside scene dominated by a distinctive turreted tower rising beside the water’s edge. The swirling brushstrokes and muted pastel tones evoke a breezy day near the coast or a European river city—possibly inspired by port cities like Honfleur, La Rochelle, or even along the Seine in Paris. A pair of figures are seen walking along the quay, adding scale and life to the composition, while seagulls swoop above the choppy water and blend into the moody sky. The sky itself is rendered with expressive strokes in tones of butter yellow, lavender, and sage green, creating a richly layered atmosphere of shifting light. In the distance, a row of stately domed buildings and rooftops suggests a historic urban skyline. The towering central structure—with its rounded form, decorative trim, and conical roof—serves as a striking focal point, adding architectural interest and a sense of place. Fanch Lel’s distinctive impressionist style emphasizes movement and tone over fine detail, making this a captivating piece for collectors of French or maritime landscapes. The sense of motion in the water, the animated cloudscape, and the warm, earthy palette lend the piece an inviting, almost cinematic quality. Ideal for interiors seeking a sense of place, nostalgia, and the grandeur of historic European waterfronts.
  • Creator:
    Fanch Lel (1930, French)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 21.75 in (55.25 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316326912

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