Fanch Lel

Figure Fishing in Mossy Summery Lake French Landscape Oil Painting

19th Century

Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Fishermen Rowing by Countryside Cottage By Fanch Lel Signed: Yes Size: 12.75 x 16 inches (height x width) Oil painting on board, unframed ...

River Landscape by Charles Martin-Sauvaigo (French 1881-1970) * see notes below French Impressionist painter oil painting on wooden panel unframed size: 13 x 16 inches condition: ve...

Artist/ School: Leon Hatot (French 1883-1953) Title: Impressionist oil painting Medium: oil painting on thick paper, stuck on board unframed. Size: painting: 13 x 20 inches. Pr...

The artist: Henri Aime Duhem (1860-1941) French *see notes below, signed Title: The Riverbank Medium: signed gouache on paper, loosely laid over card,...

Signed and dated impressionist riverscape oil on panel by Russian painter Georges Lapchine. This stunning piece depicts a view of a small rowing boat with a fisherman inside, fishing...

Albert Malet (French, 1912-1986) Hand signed lower left. Verso inscribed with the title and artist name. Dimensions: 30 X 26 X 1 in. Work Size: 24 x 20 in. Oil on board landscape painting depicting an Impressionist rural scene with a fisherman beside a gently flowing stream bordered by trees. Rendered with soft atmospheric brushwork and naturalistic coloration characteristic of the artists landscape compositions. Albert Malet French Impressionist Painter and Leader of L'École de Rouen Albert Malet (1912–1986) was a French painter of landscapes, marines, and coastal views, celebrated as one of the leading figures of L'École de Rouen (the School of Rouen), a regional Post-Impressionist movement rooted in the light-filled tradition of Norman landscape painting. Born in Bosc-le-Hard, near Rouen, Malet was deeply influenced by the work of Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot, but his decisive artistic inspiration came from his teacher, the celebrated Rouen painter Robert Antoine Pinchon — himself a student of the Impressionist Albert Lebourg. Malet and Pinchon developed a close friendship that endured until Pinchon's death, at which point Malet succeeded him as head of L'École de Rouen. Circle of Rouennais Painters As a central figure of the School of Rouen, Malet painted regularly alongside its other leading artists, including Narcisse Guilbert, Marcel Couchaux, Pierre Le Trividic, Narcisse Hénocque, Gaston Sébire, and Maurice Louvrier, continuing the school's dedication to atmospheric, light-driven depictions of the Normandy countryside and the Seine. His work also attracted admiration from contemporary poets, including Philippe Tournaire, Pierre Laurent, Roger Vaccaro, and Olivier Costa de Beauregard. Malet was, in turn, an influential teacher himself; his pupil Isabelle de Ganay would go on to become the modern head of L'École de Rouen, carrying the tradition Malet had inherited from Pinchon into the present day. Exhibitions and Recognition Malet exhibited widely throughout his career, showing in Rouen, Paris, Germany, Algeria, and Japan, and participating in the Salon d'Automne. He was invited by the Salon de l'École Française to exhibit at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris, and won a gold medal at the Salon U.F.O.L.E.A. and a bronze medal at the exhibition for Artistes Français. He held memberships in the Comité des Peintres Normands and the Société des Artistes Rouennais, was vice president of the Société des Sciences, and was named a Knight of the Palmes Académiques. Malet's paintings were shown in major galleries around the world, and the President of France presented his work on several occasions as a diplomatic gift to visiting heads of state, including U.S. President Ronald Reagan. A Renaissance Sensibility Beyond painting, Malet held wide-ranging expertise as a meteorologist, botanist, and amateur astronomer, and was knowledgeable in precious metals and prehistoric fossils — interests that informed his close, naturalist's attentiveness to light, atmosphere, and landscape. Despite his considerable achievements, Malet remained known for his modesty, consistently encouraging his students and crediting the strengths of fellow artists. A major retrospective of his work was held at the Hôtel de Bourgtheroulde in Rouen in 2006. Keywords: Albert Malet, École de Rouen, School of Rouen painters, French Impressionist landscape, Robert Antoine Pinchon student, Normandy landscape painting...

Impressionist Lakeside Landscape with Figures, Catalan School Oil Painting, Serene Park Scene with Reflections, Mid-Century European Art Artist: Antoni Maria Sadurní Albana (Vic, 1927 – 2014) Title: Lakeside Landscape with Figures Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 50 x 61 cm (19.7 x 24 in) Signature: Signed “Sadurní” lower right Framing: Unframed Condition: Very good condition. Stable paint layer, fresh colors, no visible restorations. Solid stretcher. Charming mid-century European landscape painting depicting a tranquil lakeside park scene by Catalan painter Antoni Maria Sadurní Albana. The composition captures a serene body of water framed by large trees in the foreground, creating a natural window that leads the viewer’s eye toward a luminous line of golden trees in the distance. The painting is animated by small figures strolling along the opposite shore, including a striking red-clad figure that introduces a vibrant focal point within the calm natural setting. This subtle human presence adds scale and narrative while preserving the peaceful atmosphere of the landscape. Sadurní employs a lively, confident brushstroke reminiscent of late impressionist landscape traditions. The water surface is treated with delicate vertical reflections and soft tonal variations, while the foliage is rendered with energetic touches of green, ochre and warm golden hues that evoke autumn light. The composition unfolds in three distinct visual planes: the textured foreground shoreline, the reflective lake at the center, and the luminous tree line in the background. This classical landscape structure enhances depth and creates a harmonious balance between light, color and atmosphere. Paintings of this type are highly appreciated for their decorative appeal and their ability to introduce a sense of calm natural beauty into interior spaces. The balanced palette, atmospheric light and timeless landscape motif make this piece particularly suitable for both classic and contemporary interiors. A refined example of Catalan mid-century landscape painting combining impressionistic brushwork, naturalistic color harmony and a peaceful lakeside subject. Antoni Maria Sadurní Albana (Vic, 1927 – 2014) was a Catalan painter associated with the figurative landscape tradition of the second half of the 20th century. He studied at the Municipal School of Drawing in Vic and was connected to the artistic environment of the Olot School, well known for its landscape painting heritage. His work focuses primarily on Catalan landscapes, including rural scenes, wooded areas and lakeside views. Sadurní developed a distinctive style characterized by loose brushwork, atmospheric light effects and a harmonious palette inspired by the natural landscapes of Catalonia. He was also a member of the cultural group “Els 8 de Vic” and remained active in the artistic life of his region throughout his career. Impressionist landscape Lakeside painting European landscape painting Catalan landscape art Mid century landscape Oil painting landscape Park landscape painting Impressionist style painting Lake scene painting...

A beautiful mid 20th century French post-impressionist oil on canvas depicting a river landscape with woman washing sheets in the foreground. Excellent quality work that is presented...