Title: Fanch Lel; Lonely Blue Sailing Boat in Turquoise Bright Sea Landscape French Oil Painting, 19th Century Description: Title: French Harbour Scene with Moored Boats and Village Houses at Sunset by Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 7.75 inches (height) x 9.75 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 charming French harbour scene, painted in rich oil on board, captures the quiet elegance of a village shoreline at sunset. A row of whitewashed houses with terracotta roofs lines the horizon, their soft reflections mirrored in the calm water below. In the foreground, a cluster of small fishing boats rests gently at the harbour wall, their simple forms rendered in thick, expressive strokes. The palette is harmonious and warm, dominated by shades of dusty lavender, pale cream, soft pink, and sky blue—suggesting the fleeting light of evening as it settles over the scene. The sky, brushed with broad diagonal strokes of rose and indigo, carries a rhythm that complements the stillness of the harbour. This painting exemplifies the artist’s impressionist sensibility—favouring atmosphere and suggestion over detail. The texture of the brushwork and the reflective quality of the water give the piece movement and softness, while the placement of boats and buildings creates visual balance and calm. The exact location is not specified, but the architecture and coastal composition suggest a Breton or Norman fishing village, typical of northern France. These places are often characterised by their sturdy homes, tidal inlets, and maritime rhythm, all of which are captured here with sensitivity and charm. Ideal for collectors of harbour views, French coastal art, or those drawn to light-drenched colour palettes and tranquil composition.
Reserve: $528.00
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