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Title: Fanch Lel; French Snow Scene Oil Painting of Nicolas Busnel's House from Upstairs Window, 1964

Description:
Title: French Impressionist Countryside Walk with Figure Holding an Umbrella By Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
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 delicate oil painting by French artist Fanch Lel captures a peaceful moment in the countryside as a solitary figure walks down a sunlit path holding an umbrella. Flanked by tall, leafy trees and charming white cottages with dark roofs, the scene is bathed in soft pink and lavender tones, suggesting either an early morning haze or the glow of late afternoon. The expressive brushwork and pastel palette evoke a dreamlike atmosphere, characteristic of Lel’s impressionist style. The scene is likely inspired by a rural French village, where narrow country lanes and cottages nestled in greenery are typical of regions like Normandy or Brittany. The central figure adds a quiet narrative to the composition—perhaps a villager heading home, or simply enjoying a moment of solitude amidst nature. This painting is ideal for collectors of romantic rural landscapes or anyone drawn to works that capture a sense of tranquillity and poetic stillness. With its graceful composition and gentle hues, it brings a timeless quality that feels both intimate and evocative.

Reserve: $509.00

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Fanch Lel; French Snow Scene Oil Painting of Nicolas Busnel's House from Upstairs Window, 1964

Name: Fanch Lel; French Snow Scene Oil Painting of Nicolas Busnel's House from Upstairs Window, 1964
SKU: 225691987
Price: 240 USD
Availability: InStock