Bryan trained at both Manchester and the Slade during the 1950s, embarking on a unique artistic journey that saw him painting from the back of his van while traveling across Europe with his family. His works carry a quiet intensity, with an impromptu quality that subtly disguises the thoughtful precision behind each brushstroke and its relationship to the next. IOTA has recently uncovered a small collection of his pieces, including this evocative still life, rich in atmosphere and depth.