Kitchen by John Bratby

Kitchen 1965

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abstract painting

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impressionist painting style

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impressionist landscape

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handmade artwork painting

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oil painting

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fluid art

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acrylic on canvas

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sketch

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painting art

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chaotic composition

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expressionist

Copyright: John Bratby,Fair Use

John Bratby made this painting, "Kitchen," with what looks like house paint. It's laid on so thick it’s like the surfaces themselves are erupting. The colours are a bit raw, and the forms are kind of clumsy, but that’s where the magic happens. Take a look at the sink – that crude, almost childlike rendering. Bratby attacks it head-on, celebrating the mundane, but in the process he brings the sink to life. It’s not just a sink anymore; it’s a statement, a visceral expression of domesticity. The surrounding details – the bottles and clutter – they’re all part of this gritty, unflinching portrait. I’m reminded of Paula Rego, in the way that Bratby’s painting isn't just about what's depicted, but how it’s depicted. There’s a sense of urgency, as if he’s trying to capture something before it disappears. It's less about perfection and more about getting it down. He understands that art is a living, breathing conversation, full of questions.

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