French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lighthouse Perched on a Rocky Outcrop

Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lighthouse Perched on a Rocky Outcrop By Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) Size: 8.75 x 10.75 inches (height x width) 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 enchanting seascape by Fanch Lel, offers a serene view of the coast, likely capturing a picturesque spot in Brittany, France. The focal point of the piece is a lighthouse perched on a rocky outcrop, with its accompanying light keeper’s lodge adding a quaint, rustic charm to the scene. The lighthouse stands as a beacon against the cloudy sky, symbolizing guidance and safety along the rugged coastal waters. In the foreground, a few boats are anchored on the sandy shore, one resting slightly tilted as if caught in a peaceful lull, while gentle waves lap against the rocks. Further out in the water, small sailboats drift calmly, their sails catching the soft light of the sky. The artist’s choice of cool blues and earthy browns evokes the freshness of the sea air, while wisps of yellow and lavender in the sky suggest the approaching dusk or dawn, lending an ethereal glow to the scene. Lel’s brushwork is loose and expressive, capturing the movement of the waves and the texture of the rocks with a lively, impressionistic touch. This painting invites viewers to experience a quiet moment by the sea, where the natural beauty and simplicity of coastal life are celebrated in harmonious tones and tranquil forms, with the lighthouse standing as a quiet sentinel over the waters.