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Title: Impressionist Coastal Town Scene with Church and Fishing Boat in Northern France
by Fanch Lel
Size: 9.75 inches (height) x 7.75 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 evocative impressionist oil painting captures a tranquil riverside moment in what appears to be a charming northern French village. A central church tower rises above pale stone buildings, subtly textured in creams and soft greys with lilac and ochre accents, offering an architectural focal point that balances the rustic serenity of the scene. The eye is naturally led along the sloping path on the left, where a solitary figure in warm brown tones strolls calmly toward the river’s edge. This winding path draws the viewer into the painting, anchoring the foreground with human scale and narrative.
To the right, two moored fishing boats rest in still teal-green waters, their masts quietly rising against the backdrop of the town. The brushwork is loose but deliberate, with generous, tactile strokes that convey both light and form. Sky and water seem to blur slightly at the horizon, suggesting either the quiet aftermath of a rain shower or the gentle haze of early morning.
The composition is cleverly balanced: the stone buildings reflect the shape of the waterline, while trees and rooflines echo one another in soft diagonals. The limited but expressive color palette — focused on muted lavenders, buttery creams, warm browns, and a surprising vibrancy in the turquoise water — adds a dreamlike quality, evoking nostalgia without sentimentality.
This piece would suit collectors drawn to French provincial life, romantic travel scenes, or classic impressionist techniques. With its understated beauty and storytelling potential, it would bring warmth and atmosphere to both contemporary and traditional interiors.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Width: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316292822
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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