PAUL S. BROWN | Tor & Little Lily, White Lake Cheese Goat's Cheese and Claret
Oil on Canvas
30 x 35 cms / 11 ¾ x 13 ¾ inches
Signed P Brown (lower right)
Paul S Brown’s still life painting pairs Tor and Little Lily, two artisanal Somerset goat’s cheeses, with a glass of Château Palmer No. 2 Claret. The ruby red wine harmonises with the cheeses' citrus sharpness, creating a sensory dialogue. Brown’s meticulous brushwork captures the textures of straw matting and the sheen of glass with exquisite realism. Part of Brown’s cheese and wine series, this composition invites the viewer to savour life’s simple pleasures, blending British artisanal heritage with timeless still life tradition.
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.
