French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Coastal Village with Boats Docked

Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Coastal Village with Boats Docked By Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) Size: 7.5 x 9.75 inches (height x width) Signed: Yes Oil painting on board, unframed Condition: The painting is in good condition, with minor signs of aging. 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 French Impressionist oil painting captures a picturesque coastal village with boats docked along the water’s edge. In the foreground, a figure walks along the pathway leading towards the village, framed by textured rocks and a charming dock area. To the right, small fishing boats rest peacefully on the calm water, while a large structure, possibly a church or lighthouse, dominates the center of the composition. The artist’s expressive brushstrokes bring movement to the sky, where soft yellows, blues, and greys blend to suggest a sunlit yet breezy day. The scene conveys a sense of quiet solitude, with the muted color palette and dynamic textures reflecting the serene beauty of life in a coastal village. The rustic charm and simplicity of the setting invite the viewer into a peaceful moment of daily life by the sea.