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Title: Impressionist Coastal Gathering Scene with Barefoot Figures on Reflective Shore
by Fanch Lel
Size: 7.5 inches (height) x 9.75 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 vibrant scene along a windswept shoreline, filled with movement, community, and spontaneity. The composition is anchored by two central figures walking barefoot through shallow tidal water — one dressed in a green top and white shorts, the other in deep violet and black — their reflections subtly mirrored in the glistening surface beneath them. Around them, a loose assembly of people trails into the distance, each sketched with just enough detail to evoke the energy and dynamism of a group outing or beach gathering.
The use of color is striking: muted purples, slate blues, and sandy ochres mingle across the canvas, suggesting a sun-drenched coast under a wide, open sky. The clouds stretch diagonally across the upper half of the painting in long, gestural brushstrokes, giving the impression of wind and atmospheric movement. A distant sea line grounds the background, offering a cool contrast to the warmth and activity in the foreground.
Though the figures are rendered in a sketch-like style, there’s no loss of narrative or feeling. Instead, the piece invites viewers to imagine the scene — perhaps a beach holiday, a coastal race, or a communal wade through tidal flats. The suggestion of wet sand and scattered reflections underfoot adds texture and depth, echoing the fluidity of both water and memory.
This piece is ideal for collectors who appreciate scenes of everyday life rendered through the lens of impressionism. With its lively brushwork and sun-bleached palette, it evokes summer nostalgia and human connection in equal measure — a timeless celebration of shared experience in nature.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316292892
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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