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Fanch LelImpressionist Coastal Fishing Village with Moored Boats in Ouessant in Brittany2008
2008
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Title: Impressionist Coastal Fishing Village with Moored Boats in Ouessant in Brittany
by Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 8.25 inches (height) x 8.75 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 expressive Impressionist painting captures a tranquil harbour scene in Ouessant, an island off the coast of Brittany, France. Painted in 2008, the piece evokes the rugged beauty and maritime heritage of this remote Atlantic outpost, with two richly textured boats moored in calm waters under a sky tinted with soft ochre and grey tones.
Rendered with thick, confident brushwork and a warm, earthy palette, the painting embodies the emotional immediacy and movement typical of the Impressionist tradition. The vessels, one a deep red and the other a soft grey-blue, are portrayed with stylised precision, their masts and rigging forming vertical counterpoints against the horizontal lines of the shoreline and village beyond. A cluster of white-washed buildings with slate roofs sits nestled among windswept trees and rocky outcrops, suggesting a tight-knit fishing community.
The foreground’s angular brushstrokes and layered colours add a sense of motion and lived experience, while the backdrop’s more diffuse application implies distant cloud and sea mist. The yellow highlights in the sky and boat trim inject vibrancy, creating contrast against the cooler tones of the sea and land.
This piece would suit collectors drawn to French coastal life, maritime art, or expressive plein air landscapes. It radiates a nostalgic charm and a sense of quiet resilience—perfect for interiors that lean toward rustic modern, coastal, or country French decor. Ideal for anyone looking to bring a touch of windswept Breton character and authentic Impressionist texture into their space.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Creation Year:2008
- Dimensions:Height: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Width: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316292902
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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