PAUL S. BROWN | Gorgonzola Dolce and Vin Santo
Oil on Canvas
25.5 x 30 cms / 10 x 11 ¾ inches
Signed P Brown (lower right)
Paul S Brown’s Gorgonzola Dolce with Vin Santo concludes the series with an atmospheric still life of quiet intimacy. The creamy Gorgonzola Dolce, nestled on crinkled paper, is painted with astonishing realism, capturing its blue-veined texture. A glass of Vin Santo glows amber against the darkened backdrop, its honeyed sweetness perfectly complementing the cheese’s mild piquancy. A ripe peach adds a final note of indulgence, showcasing Brown’s mastery in evoking the sensory allure of taste and texture through his exquisite oil painting technique.
This exquisite series by Paul S. Brown is a feast in every sense - an indulgence not only of flavour, but of sight, atmosphere and storytelling. Inspired by the luxurious pairings of fine cheese and wine, The Connoisseur’s Collection is a celebration of taste and craftsmanship, elevated by Paul’s exceptional still life compositions.
A true Classical Realist, Paul’s focus is on universal beauty. He upholds rigorous standards in pursuit of this, working from life, emulating the techniques and materials of the old masters. This devotion to craftsmanship is evident throughout his paintings, from the soft skin of a peach to the soft gleam of pewter and the delicate transparency of a wine glass.
Each painting offers a moment of quiet opulence: the crumble of cave-aged cheddar, the ooze of Brie de Meaux, the golden glow of Vin Santo. These are everyday indulgences elevated into visual theatre. Like a carefully structured tasting menu, the series builds in tone and complexity, from rustic restraint to rich chiaroscuro. Subtle motifs, a cheese wire reappearing and fruits echoed across canvases, bind the sequence into a harmonious whole, inviting the viewer to savour each work as one might a fine course: slowly, and with delight.
