French Impressionist Oil Painting of SAR Ship at Sea

Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of SAR Ship at Sea By Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) Size: 4.75 x 7.25 inches (height x width) Signed: Yes Oil painting on cardboard, 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 painting by Fanch Lel captures a SAR (Search and Rescue) ship, its hull cutting through the choppy waves under a pastel sky filled with sweeping clouds and soaring seagulls. Rendered in lively strokes, the scene evokes a feeling of urgency and adventure, highlighting the dynamic interaction between sea and vessel. The SAR boat’s bold orange and black colors contrast vividly with the turbulent blue waters, giving it prominence. The use of thick brushstrokes adds texture, imparting a sense of movement to both sea and sky. This piece showcases Lel’s ability to portray maritime activity with a lively, almost tactile energy, evoking the resilience of those at sea.