Moshe Dayan, Minister of Defense 1973

Oskar Kokoschka, an Austrian Expressionist artist, created a striking portrait of Moshe Dayan, the Israeli Minister of Defense, in 1973. Executed in charcoal, the drawing captures Dayan's distinctive features, including his iconic eyepatch, with a sense of immediacy and raw emotion. The loose, gestural lines and expressive shading convey the artist's keen observation and create a powerful image of a prominent figure in Israeli history. This artwork provides a glimpse into Kokoschka's artistic style and his ability to convey personality through bold strokes and dynamic compositions.