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Fanch LelMoody Monochrome Harbor Scene with Reflections and Fishing Boats
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Title: Moody Monochrome Harbor Scene with Reflections and Fishing Boats
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 13 x 16.25 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Condition: The painting is in good condition.
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 atmospheric harbor scene by French artist Fanch Lel is a striking example of tonal impressionism, rendered almost entirely in a muted monochrome palette of greys, charcoal, and dusky lilac, with subtle touches of cream and peach that gently illuminate the skyline. The piece captures a quiet, reflective mood—possibly a misty early morning or twilight at a fishing port—imbuing the composition with a soft, dreamlike quality.
The painting’s focus rests on a small cluster of traditional boats bobbing in still water, their reflections softly distorted across the surface. The distant outline of a city or town emerges from a hazy background, with vertical strokes suggesting industrial buildings or docks fading into the sky. Lel’s brushwork is loose yet deliberate, with horizontal textures across the water contrasting vertical structures on land, creating a balance between movement and stillness.
Subtle light in the sky—blush pinks and ivory streaks—adds emotional depth and draws the eye toward the center of the canvas, evoking the natural glow of sunrise or sunset. This scene could depict a Breton port or another quiet inlet along the French coast, a recurring theme in Lel’s work.
Signed “Fanch Lel” in the lower left, this piece is a contemplative addition to any collection, especially for lovers of marine art, French regional painting, or collectors drawn to subtle, tonal color palettes. Ideal for minimalist or modern interiors, this work adds a serene, timeless presence and offers a meditative escape to a quiet harbor lost in light and shadow.
- 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: LU509316295442
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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