Terry is a commanding original work by British artist Matt Small, celebrated for his emotionally charged, socially conscious portraiture. This striking piece captures the subject’s quiet strength through a masterful fusion of expressive impasto painting and intricately arranged reclaimed metal segments.

The sitter's face, painted with intense colour and texture, emerges from a backdrop of fractured, geometric forms composed of cut and layered metal. The interplay of copper, steel, aluminium and gold leaf echoes themes of dignity, resilience and complexity, all hallmarks of Small’s distinctive practice. Every shard is intentional, contributing to a powerful sense of presence and structure.

Known for his commitment to sustainability and representation, Matt Small’s portraits speak to the power and individuality of those often overlooked by mainstream society. Terry is a standout example of this ethos—a mosaic-like composition that is both monumental and deeply human.