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Fanch Lel
Impressionist Seascape Painting of Fishing Boats with Sails and Orange Sails

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Title: Impressionist Seascape Painting of Fishing Boats with Sails and Orange Sails By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 15 x 18 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 vivid impressionist oil painting by French artist Fanch Lel features a dynamic seascape of traditional fishing boats at rest. The vessels, with their orange sails, are painted with bold, expressive brushwork. The background is awash in shades of cool blue, evoking the misty atmosphere of a tranquil harbor scene. The interplay of motion and reflection adds life to the work—rippling brushstrokes in the water echo the shapes of the boats above, blurring the boundary between sea and sky. The composition is purposefully abstracted, giving a dreamlike quality to the setting, yet the signature elements of Lel’s style—moored boats, crisp sails, and a coastal palette—remain instantly recognizable. The simplicity of the scene is contrasted by the energy of the application, with loose strokes and textured impasto creating depth and movement. The orange flags act as focal points, drawing the eye to the central masts and providing contrast against the moody blues and whites. This piece would suit collectors of post-war French painting or lovers of nautical themes looking for a fresh, modern take on maritime art. It captures not only the boats themselves, but the feeling of air, light, and calm that defines life along the coast.
  • Creator:
    Fanch Lel (1930, French)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316326802

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