Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

French, b. 1930

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.

Artist: Fanch Lel

Fanch LelSoft Portrait of Hollywood's Iconic Marilyn Monroe in Gentle Pastels, 20TH CENTURY

$543Sale Price|20% Off

Soft Portrait of Hollywood's Iconic Marilyn Monroe in Gentle Pastels

By Fanch Lel

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Marilyn Monroe signed by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) dated 94' size: 10.5 x 8.75 inches oil pastel painting on board, unframed condition: the painting is in very good condition. It ha...

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20th Century Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Oil Pastel

Fanch LelPortrait of a Palomino Light Chestnut Horse with Flowing Mane Original Painting, 20TH CENTURY

$521Sale Price|20% Off

Portrait of a Palomino Light Chestnut Horse with Flowing Mane Original Painting

By Fanch Lel

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Palomino Portrait signed by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) size: 9 x 9 inches gouache painting on board, unframed condition: the painting is in very good condition. It has previously bee...

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20th Century Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Gouache

Fanch LelExpressionist Portrait of a Man in a Red Sweater Against a Bold Blue Abstract, 20TH CENTURY

$521Sale Price|20% Off

Expressionist Portrait of a Man in a Red Sweater Against a Bold Blue Abstract

By Fanch Lel

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Portrait of a Man signed by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) size: 10.75 x 9 inches oil painting on board, unframed condition: the painting is in very good condition. It has previously bee...

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20th Century Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Ray SimoniniRay Simonini, "Meryl" 12x16 Impressionist Sheep Farm Animal Oil Painting, 2024

$795

H 12 in W 16 in

Ray Simonini, "Meryl" 12x16 Impressionist Sheep Farm Animal Oil Painting

By Ray Simonini

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

This painting by artist Ray Simonini titled "Meryl" is a 12x16 farm animal oil painting on canvas featuring a portrait of a white sheep against a colorful green background. Afternoon...

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2010s Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Natalya Mougenot"Sensuality" ( contemporary figurative expressive colorful woman oil on canvas), 2023

$1,108

H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in

"Sensuality" ( contemporary figurative expressive colorful woman oil on canvas)

By Natalya Mougenot

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

This artwork makes part of my new period in my artistic expression. This painting dedicated to "Women" series is a special one since it is all about my strong deep personal transfor...

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Oil Pastel

Gabriella Rainer-IstvanffyCats at play, portrait of a cat and a Kitten playing with a glove in a landscape, circa 1950

$3,950

H 26 in W 30 in

Cats at play, portrait of a cat and a Kitten playing with a glove in a landscape

Located in Woodbury, CT

Gabriella Rainer-Istvanffy (Austrian, 1886–1963) Cats at Play Oil on canvas, circa 1950 26 x 30 inches (framed) signed lower right This charming composition by Gabriella Rainer-Istv...

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1950s Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Pierre BoscoMId Century Animal Portrait: "Rooster" Pierre Bosco (1909-1993), 1960s

$1,868Sale Price|35% Off

H 18 in W 14 in

MId Century Animal Portrait: "Rooster" Pierre Bosco (1909-1993)

By Pierre Bosco

Located in SANTA FE, NM

"Rooster" Pierre Bosco, (1909-1993) Gouache on paper 10 x 9 (18 x 14 frame) inches Pierre Bosco showed an interest in art at an early age. His commitment and dedication to painting...

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1960s Expressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Paper, Gouache

Margaret Murray CookesleyAntique English Classical Portrait with Parrot Framed Original Oil Painting, 1880

$12,500

H 31 in W 36 in D 2 in

Antique English Classical Portrait with Parrot Framed Original Oil Painting

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique English portrait oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 31 by 36 inches overall, and 25.5 by 30.5 painting alone. In excellent original condition. Handsomel...

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1890s Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Board

Paul-Marie Lapierre Renouard“A Lady in Black, 1894” French Impressionist Portrait Pastel on Canvas Signed, 1894

$7,950

H 33.25 in W 20.25 in D 3 in

“A Lady in Black, 1894” French Impressionist Portrait Pastel on Canvas Signed

Located in Yardley, PA

“A Lady in Black, 1894” by Paul-Marie Lapierre Renouard (1854-1940) This exceptional pastel portrait of an elegant woman in black is among the artist’s finest works. A close examina...

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1890s Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Pastel

Ray SimoniniRay Simonini, "Heathcliff", 10x8 Impressionist Pig Farm Animal Oil Painting, 2026

$595

H 10 in W 8 in

Ray Simonini, "Heathcliff", 10x8 Impressionist Pig Farm Animal Oil Painting

By Ray Simonini

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

This oil on canvas painting by Ray Simonini is a expressive, close-up portrait of a pig titled Heathcliff. The work captures a sense of personality through a combination of realistic...

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2010s Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Michael AlfordThe Bluebird - original impressionism cityscape oil painting - contemporary Art, 2026

$4,532

H 25.99 in W 36.23 in D 1.19 in

The Bluebird - original impressionism cityscape oil painting - contemporary Art

By Michael Alford

Located in London, Chelsea

We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Michael AlfordBloomsbury - original impressionism oil painting-contemporary Art, 2026

$4,875

H 29.14 in W 38.98 in D 1.19 in

Bloomsbury - original impressionism oil painting-contemporary Art

By Michael Alford

Located in London, Chelsea

We offer complimentary worldwide shipping and cover all tariffs and import taxes for this artwork. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet C...

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Lambro Ahlas (Greek/American)Anna Maria in White

$795

H 21 in W 17 in

Anna Maria in White

Located in New Orleans, LA

An absolutely lovely portrait of a young woman relaxed on a couch that perfectly captures the slackness in her relaxed body, much harder to achieve than it looks. Portrait/figure pai...

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Late 20th Century Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Gleb Savinov" Mother " Child, Mother, Mother's Day oil cm 67 x 100, 1977

$13,126Sale Price|25% Off

H 47.25 in W 34.26 in

" Mother " Child, Mother, Mother's Day oil cm 67 x 100

By Gleb Savinov

Located in Torino, IT

Child,Baby,Maternity,child,Mother,Green,Window,spring,russian art GLEB SAVINOV (Charkev, 1915 – St. Petersburg, 2000) Works by Gleb Savinov can be found in various private collect...

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1970s Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Arieh AllweilMiddle Eastern Men Oil Painting Austrian Israeli Modernist Tel Aviv Museum, circa 1940's

$1,200

H 24 in W 20.5 in D 2.5 in

Middle Eastern Men Oil Painting Austrian Israeli Modernist Tel Aviv Museum

By Arieh Allweil

Located in Surfside, FL

ARIEH ALLWEIL [ARIE ALWEIL] 1901-1967 Galicia 1901-1967 Safed, Israel (Ukrainian/Polish/Israeli) Pastel or Gouache on paper Hand signed lower right Dimensions: framed 20.5 X 23.5. im...

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20th Century Modern Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Gouache, Board, Oil Pastel

Previously Available Items

Fanch LelExpressive Portrait of a Gentleman in a Cravat Modernist French Oil, 20TH CENTURY

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H 10.5 in W 9 in

Expressive Portrait of a Gentleman in a Cravat Modernist French Oil

By Fanch Lel

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Expressive Portrait of a Gentleman in a Cravat signed by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) size: 10.5 x 9 inches oil painting on board, unframed condition: the painting is in very good cond...

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20th Century Impressionist Fanch Lel Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Fanch Lel portrait paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Fanch Lel portrait paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Fanch Lel in crayon, oil pastel and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the Impressionist style. Not every interior allows for large Fanch Lel portrait paintings, so small editions measuring 9 inches across are available. Fanch Lel portrait paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $665 and tops out at $665, while the average work can sell for $665.