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17-25 October 2026

Why did the chicken cross the road?

Reflections on consumer society through the history, life and death of the chicken

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Why did the chicken cross the road?
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Eggshell mosaic; 15 x 12 cm
Eggshell mosaic; 15 x 12 cm
Chicken meat is extraordinarily popular and cheap nowadays. There are about 23 billion chickens in the world of which approximately 137 million are killed each day. Despite a common perception that chicken is a healthy meat, the poultry and egg industries are incredibly detrimental for all of us
Fried chicken is one of the most popular dishes of all time, especially in the USA and UK. This is partially due to advertising, commercials and slogans. Today, the chicken is not an animal but an economical food product. I have created a series of ma
Organi Chicken Tempera on canvas; 20 x 30 cm
Organi Chicken Tempera on canvas; 20 x 30 cm
Organic Chicken Tempera on canvas; 30 x 25 cm
Organic Chicken Tempera on canvas; 30 x 25 cm
Chicken Tempera on eggshell and egg white mortar
Chicken Tempera on eggshell and egg white mortar
Chicken feet Leather to create cow-boy boots
Chicken feet Leather to create cow-boy boots

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