‘Miss. Biffen’ (Beffin, Biffin) was born with no arms and only vestigial legs. In spite of her handicap she learned to write, do needlework and eventually paint which she did on display as a curiosity.
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Lot 96
Sarah Biffen (British, 1784-1850), PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG WOMAN, 1815-1819
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Lot: 96
Description: Sarah Biffen (British, 1784-1850), PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG WOMAN, 1815-1819
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