Title: Fanch Lel; Impressionist Coastal Scene of Fishing Boats at Low Tide with Bridge View, 1993 Description: Title: Textured Impressionist Street Scene with Church Spire in Warm Afternoon Light by Fanch Lel Size: 9.5 inches (height) x 7.75 inches (width) Medium: Oil on board, unframed Condition: The painting is in good condition with slight edge wear consistent with age. Provenance: All the paintings we have for sale by this artist have come from the artist’s estate and have had no previous owners at all. Description: This textured and atmospheric painting by Fanch Lel captures a quiet, sunlit street flanked by tall stone buildings and crowned by a striking church spire that rises into a pastel sky. Executed with heavy impasto and a restrained yet warm palette, this work exemplifies Lel’s talent for portraying the ambiance and architecture of French towns with a modern impressionist sensibility. The scene is bathed in diffused natural light, with ochre and sandstone tones suggesting either a late afternoon or early morning glow. The artist’s application of thick paint creates a sculptural quality on the canvas, giving the cobbled street and worn façades a palpable sense of depth and texture. The composition leads the viewer’s eye from the foreground up the curving road, past shuttered windows and historic facades, toward the church spire that adds both vertical contrast and spiritual gravitas to the townscape. Hints of pinks and mauves enliven the pavement and sky, lending softness and balance to the earthen tones. Shadows are treated minimally, preserving the painting’s light, open feel, while the use of palette knife enhances the rustic charm and architectural solidity of the structures. Ideal for collectors who appreciate post-impressionist European street scenes, this piece is a timeless portrayal of small-town France. Its muted elegance and masterful texture make it a standout work for display in traditional or contemporary interiors alike, whether hung alone or as part of a curated gallery wall. The artist’s signature in the lower corner affirms its originality and collectible value.
Reserve: $471.00
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