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Fanch LelFrench Impressionist Village Street Scene with Church and Figures
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About the Item
Title: French Impressionist Village Street Scene with Church and Figures
By Fanch Les
Size: 20.25 x 19.5 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on cardboard, unframed
Condition: The painting is in good condition with expressive texture throughout; minor surface wear and edge scuffing present.
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 atmospheric French village scene by Fanch Lel captures the bustle and charm of a rural street centred around a church with a tall steeple. Painted in oil on corrugated card, the composition features loosely rendered figures gathered in conversation or strolling through the village square, their forms suggested with gestural dabs of colour that bring the street to life.
The dominant church structure, bathed in pale light, anchors the scene with its Gothic-inspired bell tower and acts as a visual and symbolic focal point. Around it, simple rooftops and soft-toned façades create a harmonious palette of greys, ochres, and brick reds, with the sky painted in swirling, moody blues and creams—typical of Lel’s impressionist treatment of light and atmosphere.
Though the exact location is unconfirmed, the architecture and village layout suggest a small town in northern or western France, potentially Normandy or Brittany, known for their picturesque churches and tightly clustered streets. Lel’s choice to work on found materials like cardboard lends the work a raw, expressive energy that enhances the immediacy of the moment captured.
Perfect for collectors of impressionist village scenes or those drawn to rustic French architecture and everyday life, this work offers an evocative window into a quiet European past, full of character, movement, and community.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 20.25 in (51.44 cm)Width: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316349932
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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