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Fanch LelImpressionist Street Scene of Mont Saint Michel with Tourists and Buildings1993
1993
About the Item
Title: Impressionist Street Scene of Mont Saint Michel with Tourists and Buildings
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 14.75 x 9.5 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 expressive gouache painting by Fanch Lel offers a vibrant impressionist view of a street within the iconic French island commune of Mont Saint Michel, known for its medieval architecture and winding alleyways. The scene, titled Une rue on the reverse, shows a group of people strolling through a sunlit cobbled passage, surrounded by tall historic buildings topped with slate roofs and timber-framed facades.
A turreted stone tower and Gothic-style archway anchor the composition, marking the entrance to the upper town. The sky above is a swirl of soft peach, cream, and warm lavender tones, casting a luminous glow across the passage. Lel’s brushwork is loose yet confident, capturing the atmosphere of a summer day filled with movement, light, and human presence.
Mont Saint Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is located off the coast of Normandy and draws visitors from around the world for its unique position between land and sea, its dramatic tides, and its preserved medieval charm. Lel’s interpretation brings a playful, almost dreamlike quality to the scene—ideal for collectors of French regional art, travel-themed interiors, or those drawn to heritage-rich European destinations.
This work pairs especially well with spaces that embrace storytelling through art, offering a window into one of France’s most storied locales through a lively and colourful lens.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Creation Year:1993
- Dimensions:Height: 14.75 in (37.47 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316327132
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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