William Hughes (1842-1901) A still life of an oak barrel, terracotta pots and vegetables; A still life of a plate of fish, pots and a soup tureen a pair, both signed 'W Hughes' and dated 1874, oil on panel 23 x 20cm (2) Condition report: Both paintings are in oil on wooden panels commercially prepared by Winsor & Newton. The support and paint layers are in a very good condition overall. There are a few small scuffs to the paint surface. The varnish layers are clear, even and glossy.