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Title: Impressionist Outdoor Café Scene with Seated Figures and Dappled Light
by Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 8.75 inches (height) x 10.5 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 serene and subtly painted terrace scene captures the quiet bustle of café life under dappled light, where figures sit in relaxed conversation beneath a canopy of soft greens and ochres. Painted in expressive brushstrokes with a light, translucent palette, the work invites the viewer into a fleeting moment of connection and calm.
At least eight figures populate the space, with three distinct seated groupings in the foreground. Two women in blue and black share a table to the left, while another pair of women in ochre and peach lean gently into their conversation on the right. Their postures are casual and fluid, reflecting the intimacy and familiarity of the moment. In the background, blurred silhouettes suggest additional patrons, subtly rendered to create depth and atmosphere.
The colour palette consists of pastel greens, dusty oranges, and lavender tones, punctuated by dark greys that ground the composition. The handling of paint is loose and impressionistic, giving the impression of filtered sunlight through tree cover or café awnings, and suggesting heat, breeze, and movement with every brushstroke.
The scene feels distinctly French—perhaps a shaded town square or a quiet corner of a southern market town—yet universal in its depiction of everyday leisure. It celebrates community, conversation, and the rhythms of shared space.
Perfect for collectors of figurative impressionism, European leisure scenes, or interiors that benefit from gentle colour and painterly charm.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316284542
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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