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The Crab
Oskar Kokoschka, 1939–1940
© The artist's estate
'The Crab' representing either the artist as the swimmer struggling to reach the English shore or Czechoslovakia struggling not to drown. The crab is Chamberlain who remains aloof and wont hold out a claw. Signed: OK.
More information
Title of artwork, date
The Crab, 1939–1940
Date supported
1985
Medium and material
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
63 x 76 cm
Grant
5000
Total cost
40000
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