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About the Item
Title: Impressionist Harbour Scene with Fishing Boats and Church under Cloudy Sky
By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size: 10.5 x 15 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 charming oil painting captures a classic impressionist harbour scene, featuring a cluster of moored fishing boats gently bobbing on teal blue waters in front of a row of buildings and a twin-towered church. Painted on card, the artist employs loose, gestural brushstrokes and a softened palette of greys, mauves, and cool blues to evoke the quiet rhythm of coastal village life.
The architecture—whitewashed houses with red-tiled roofs—suggests a Northern French or Breton fishing port, with the church providing a strong vertical counterpoint to the horizontal waterline and shoreline. Reflections ripple across the harbour, rendered in soft strokes that capture the movement of water and the muted light of an overcast sky. A decorative printed border remains visible around the edges of the card, adding to the character and charm of the piece.
Each vessel is painted with simplified shapes and painterly confidence, their sails and masts breaking up the fluid rhythm of the water. The composition feels timeless—reminiscent of 20th-century modern French landscapes that blend tradition with abstraction. There is a quiet poetry to this scene, making it ideal for collectors who appreciate maritime art, coastal village architecture, or the peaceful solitude of working harbours.
This piece would look beautiful in interiors with rustic, nautical, or European charm and is especially suited to those who favour the texture and looseness of mid-century impressionist technique.
- Creator:Fanch Lel (1930, French)
- Dimensions:Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509316349252
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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