In this painting, I raise the topic of self-identification. A man with a chicken head as a loss or confusion of identity. This indicates how people lose touch with their own essence or nature over time, depersonalizing or becoming a product of external influences.
The allusion to cannibalism reinforces the idea of self-consumption – literally and metaphorically. The individual consumes a part of their own essence, which can mean an internal struggle or a loss of authentic identity in the face of external pressures or social norms.
This creates a sense of tension, where the very essence of consumption becomes a subject of reflection. You can also see the theme of self-devouring or violation of natural and moral laws. There is a contrast between the outward formality of the character and the absurdity of his actions to explore deeper questions of identity, ethics, and the relationship between the species and it.
