Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day 1956

John Bratby's "Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day" (1956) is a painting that captures a view of a suburban backyard through a window draped with a lace curtain. Bratby, known for his gritty realism, utilizes thick brushstrokes to create a textured surface and depict the mundane details of everyday life. The scene, set during the Christmas season, offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people and the simple pleasures of home. The painting is an example of Bratby's signature style, often referred to as "kitchen sink realism", that focused on the everyday experiences of working-class life in post-war Britain.