Title: Fanch Lel; Impressionist French Village Street Scene with Figures and Bell Tower Description: Title: Low Tide Boats and Breton Houses in La Foret Fouesnant Coastal Scene by Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 8.75 inches (height) x 8.75 inches (width) (size excluding frame; 7.75 inches (height) x 7.75 inches (width)) Medium: Oil on board, framed 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 original 2008 painting by French artist Fanch Lel captures a serene low-tide moment along the coast of La Forêt-Fouesnant, a charming harbor village in Brittany known for its traditional whitewashed houses and scenic marine views. Executed in expressive brushstrokes and a sunlit palette, this composition is a wonderful example of Lel’s loose impressionist style that brings regional life to canvas with energy and authenticity. In the foreground, two small moored boats rest on the sandbanks revealed by the receding tide, their hulls rendered in shades of blue, mauve, and ochre, while fine detailing in the masts and rigging adds a sense of structure. Behind them, the facades of traditional Breton houses are illuminated with soft tones of ivory and slate blue, their windows catching hints of warm light as they face the harbor. Lush trees to the right add a natural balance to the architecture, bringing movement and seasonal color into the scene. Reflections shimmer softly on the wet sand and water in the lower third, enhancing the atmosphere of tranquility. This scene not only showcases the peaceful rhythm of harbor life but also reflects Fanch Lel’s talent for capturing fleeting coastal moments. Ideal for collectors of post-impressionist maritime works or admirers of Brittany’s regional charm, this piece adds warmth, nostalgia, and a touch of French coastal heritage to any art collection or interior. Perfect for display in a cottage, coastal home, or gallery wall, this signed artwork by Fanch Lel is a beautiful representation of life in the ports of northern France.
Reserve: $437.00
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