Self-portrait, aged 38, with Chickens by William Huggins of Liverpool, 1820-1884. Signed and dated 1858. Oil on board laid on canvas. 21 x 17 inches. Note: According to Rupert Maas, "Huggins was an eccentric individual. He preferred the company of animals, especially chickens, than of his fellow men (Maas, Rupert. <i>British Pictures</i>. London: The Maas Gallery. 2006)."
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