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Title: French Village Procession with Church Tower and Colourful Figures Under Blue Sky
by Fanch Lel
Size: 10.5 inches (height) x 8.5 inches (width)
Medium: Oil on board, unframed
Condition: The painting is in good condition with slight edge wear consistent with age.
Provenance: All the paintings we have for sale by this artist have come from the artist’s estate and have had no previous owners at all.
Description:
This joyful oil painting captures a vibrant village procession unfolding beneath a crisp blue sky. Central to the composition is a grand stone church tower, possibly Romanesque in design, rising in soft greys and purples above a crowd of townspeople dressed in vivid oranges, blues, and whites. The loosely rendered architecture, expressive palette, and impasto texture are all characteristic of impressionist traditions, where atmosphere and movement take precedence over rigid detail.
The figures, scattered across the sunlit square, are painted in dynamic dabs of colour that suggest festivity and collective celebration—perhaps a local fête, market day, or a moment following a religious ceremony. While the facial features are abstracted, their postures and arrangement communicate community and motion. The bright garments of the crowd contrast beautifully with the cooler tones of the buildings and pavement, creating an energetic yet balanced composition.
The sky is rendered with broad, swirling strokes in soft blue and white, lending the painting a sense of lightness and air. The shadows on the church façades and the surrounding houses are executed in dusty purples and blues, anchoring the forms in space and time.
Perfect for collectors of European village scenes, religious or historical subject matter, or lovers of impressionist compositions that celebrate communal life and colour.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316284642
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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