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Fanch LelFrench Impressionist Harbour Scene with Lighthouse Boats and Reflections
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Title: French Impressionist Harbour Scene with Lighthouse Boats and Reflections
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 13 x 16 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Condition: The painting is in good condition with minor signs of wear and handling along the edges 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 evocative oil painting by French artist Fanch Lel depicts a lively impressionist harbour scene featuring a towering lighthouse, small boats, and rustic waterside buildings. Set beneath a textured sky of pale blues, greys, and hints of pink, the central lighthouse structure rises dramatically against the backdrop of layered clouds, becoming the focal point of this coastal composition.
Rendered in thick, expressive brushstrokes, Lel captures the rugged charm of a French fishing village—possibly inspired by northern coastal towns such as Honfleur or Calais, where lighthouses serve as enduring maritime icons. The boats in the foreground are moored quietly, their dark hulls mirrored in the reflective water below, broken only by abstract shapes of light and colour. The red-roofed cottages and warehouse-like structures along the shoreline suggest a working port, bathed in the soft haze of a coastal morning or late afternoon.
Lel’s impasto technique gives this piece a dynamic surface quality, reinforcing the sense of movement in the water and sky. His palette of earthy browns, misty blues, and muted pinks evokes both realism and dreamlike nostalgia, ideal for collectors of marine art, lighthouse imagery, or French impressionist painting.
This original work is perfect for interiors seeking depth, texture, and a sense of timeless coastal atmosphere—an excellent addition to any collection celebrating France’s maritime heritage.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316295912
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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