Robert MacBryde

Robert MacBryde (1913–1966) was a prominent Scottish painter known for his vibrant still lifes and significant contributions to the art scene during the 1940s and 50s. Alongside his partner Robert Colquhoun, he became a key figure in London's Soho, where their artistic and bohemian lifestyle garnered the attention of influential contemporaries like Lucian Freud and Francis Bacon. Despite facing adversity due to their working-class backgrounds and struggles with alcoholism, the duo's work has recently experienced a resurgence, with a major exhibition celebrating their legacy in Lewes.