Still Life with Chip Frier 1954

"Still Life with Chip Frier" is a painting by British artist John Bratby, completed in 1954. This work exemplifies Bratby's signature style, characterized by a bold and lively approach to depicting everyday objects. The painting depicts a cluttered table overflowing with domestic items, including bottles, kitchen utensils, and a prominent box of cornflakes, offering a snapshot of a typical kitchen scene. The artwork's realistic portrayal of common objects combined with its energetic brushstrokes and vibrant colors showcases the artistic movement of Kitchen Sink Realism, which focused on portraying working-class life in post-war Britain. This painting, now in the Tate Britain, London, provides a fascinating glimpse into the everyday lives of ordinary people during that era.