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Fanch LelImpressionist French Rural Scene with Horse and Cart at Sunset
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About the Item
Title: Impressionist French Rural Scene with Horse and Cart at Sunset
By Fanch Lel
Size: 13 x 16.25 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, 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 evocative oil painting by Fanch Lel captures a timeless rural moment—a farmer guiding a horse-drawn cart laden with hay across a wet, reflective landscape as the sun sets behind distant hills. Painted in Lel’s characteristically expressive style, the composition blends cool blues, soft greys, and muted pinks to create a moody, nostalgic atmosphere.
The figure, silhouetted against a glowing sky, suggests the end of a long day’s work in the countryside. The horse, sturdy and grounded, lends the scene a sense of quiet endurance. The expansive sky dominates the canvas, filled with swirling clouds brushed with peach and lavender hues, reflecting Lel’s sensitivity to light and season.
This subject matter is typical of regional French life and reminiscent of scenes from Normandy, Brittany, or the southwest—areas where agriculture and horse-drawn carts remained central well into the 20th century. The wet terrain, rendered in loose strokes and soft reflections, suggests tidal flats or a shoreline plain, adding further depth and geographic resonance.
A poetic addition to any collection of French rural art, this piece will appeal to those who appreciate depictions of working life, pastoral nostalgia, or expressive skies imbued with emotion.
- 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: LU509316309502
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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