Andrew Lambirth

John Craxton was more gifted than the Fitzwilliam show suggests

There are excellent examples of Craxton's work in this exhibition — just don't think this is the best he can do

‘Red and Yellow Landscape’, 1945, by John Craxton [© estate of John Craxton]
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  • John Craxton: A World of Private Mystery

    The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge, until 21 April

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