Title: Fanch Lel; French Coastal Oil Painting of Small Rowboat at Sea Under Dramatic Sunset Sky Description: Title: Impressionist Village Landscape with Cypress Trees and Mountain Horizon View By Fanch Lel Size: 18.5 x 16.5 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 expressive oil painting captures a sunlit Mediterranean village scene, likely inspired by the southern French or Italian countryside. Terracotta rooftops emerge from behind tall, slender cypress trees and soft, rounded foliage in tones of sage green, blush pink, and ochre. A single church steeple rises gently from the cluster of buildings, suggesting a rural town steeped in history and tradition. The background reveals a hazy lavender mountain range beneath a warm, neutral sky. The brushwork is energetic and spontaneous, particularly in the foreground where swirling textures suggest abundant greenery and winding paths. The use of broad, confident strokes and soft, harmonious colours evokes a peaceful summer's day, perhaps viewed from a hillside road or garden edge. This piece is partially unfinished, with the top edge of the board showing untouched wood and swatches of palette colour—offering insight into the artist’s process. This raw and authentic quality adds character and makes the piece particularly appealing to collectors who appreciate behind-the-scenes glimpses of artistic creation. Ideal for lovers of pastoral and Provençal views, or for interiors that draw inspiration from rustic Mediterranean charm, this work offers a calming atmosphere and a strong sense of place. The presence of cypress trees—often associated with Provence and Tuscany—adds to the romantic, timeless feel of the composition.
Reserve: $471.00
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