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Fanch Lel
Impressionist Sunlit Street Scene with Figures in Conversation

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Title: Impressionist Sunlit Street Scene with Figures in Conversation By Fanch Lel Size: 13.75 x 10.75 inches (height x width) Oil painting on board, unframed Condition: The painting is in good condition with minor signs of wear and handling along the edges consistent with age. 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 engaging Impressionist street scene by French painter Fanch Lel depicts a group of figures gathered in the heart of a lively European town, bathed in soft daylight. The composition evokes the casual rhythm of daily life, with warm light filtering across tall buildings and shadowy alleyways. Painted in a loosely gestural style, the figures are rendered with swift, confident brushstrokes that capture movement, posture, and connection more than precise detail. Some converse in pairs, while others stroll along or linger under signs and archways, suggesting a summer's day in a bustling yet relaxed village. Lel’s masterful use of color and atmosphere brings vitality to the scene. The buildings along the right are painted in creamy ochres and soft umbers, punctuated by accents of pink, navy, and slate. Pops of red, blue, and coral in the figures' clothing add vibrancy and life. The perspective leads the viewer through the narrow street, creating a subtle sense of depth that draws the eye toward the pale rooftops and hills in the distance. There is a cinematic quality to this painting—a moment captured in time, yet timeless in its themes of connection and community. It pairs beautifully with other street or market scenes and works particularly well in interiors that celebrate European charm, casual elegance, and spontaneous realism. A collectible piece for lovers of Post-Impressionism, French contemporary art, and painterly city life.
  • Creator:
    Fanch Lel (1930, French)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.75 in (34.93 cm)Diameter: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509316308442

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