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Title: French Coastal Lighthouse Scene With Boats Cottages And Sky Oil Painting
by Fanch Lel
Signed: Bottom left corner
Size: 13 x 16.25 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Condition: Good overall condition. Minor surface wear and edge scuffs consistent with age.
Provenance: All the paintings we have for sale by this artist have come from the artists estate and have had no previous owners at all.
Description:
This expressive coastal oil painting by Fanch Lel captures a windswept French shoreline featuring a tall, prominent lighthouse surrounded by scattered cottages and fishing boats at rest. The brushwork is highly textured and dynamic, with thick impasto layers creating a sense of movement in the clouds and sea.
The sky dominates the upper half of the canvas with swirling strokes of pale blue, white, and sand-toned paint. Below, the lighthouse stands tall and slightly weathered, rendered in greys and whites with hints of rust red and black for contrast. Around its base, a cluster of simple whitewashed buildings—some with green roofs—hint at a coastal village or working harbour. Several rowboats float in the foreground water, their dark shapes reflected softly in the rippling surface.
Lel’s use of impasto technique creates a tactile quality, inviting the viewer to not only see the scene but to feel the breeze and shifting atmosphere. Despite the bold, rough strokes, the composition remains balanced and harmonious—testament to the artist’s confident handling of paint and instinctive eye for coastal life.
Signed Fanch Lel in the lower left, this piece likely dates to the mid-to-late 20th century and would appeal to collectors of maritime or expressionist French landscapes. Ideal for those who appreciate dramatic skies and coastal nostalgia.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 16.25 in (41.28 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316709082
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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