Maurits Cornelis Escher (/ ˈɛʃər /; [1]Dutch: [ˈmʌurɪts kɔrˈneːlɪs ˈɛɕər]; 17 June 1898 – 27 March 1972) was a Dutch graphic artist who made woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints, many of …

M.C. Escher, his art is enjoyed by millions of people all over the world, as can be seen on the many websites regarding his life and work. He is most famous for his so-called impossible …

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Light from the window at the far end of the room highlights the furniture behind Escher and casts a shadow across his face creating depth within the portrait. Some of his other works can be …

M.C. Escher was influenced by the tessellations (repeating shapes or patterns) he saw on the walls of the Alhambra, the Moorish palace in Granada, and the Mezquita, a mosque in …

2015年6月24日 · It has been reproduced countless times in popular culture. But behind the familiar picture is a mysterious figure. Alastair Sooke goes in search of MC Escher.

Throughout his life, Escher struggled with some level of social anxiety, which is reflected in the artist’s work. Declaring himself to be “shy about noise and movement,” Escher refrained from …

Escher’s face forms the centre point of the spherical mirror and the centre of the composition. Sharp lines delineate his face. A face with character. The face of an artist who worked on his …

In the artwork, Escher presents a highly detailed rendering of his own visage, utilizing intricate linework to convey depth and texture. The portrayal focuses intently on the face, emphasizing …

The artwork titled “Portrait of a Man” was created by the artist M.C. Escher in the year 1917. It is classified under the art movement of Expressionism and belongs to the genre of portrait art. …