Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by M. C. Escher. It dates from 1953 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art. This 1953 lithograph by M.
About this work
Overview
This 1953 lithograph by M. C. Escher is a print featuring a complex, multi-level structure with staircases and figures. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a tall, white building with staircases and people moving at impossible angles, defying gravity. The scene presents a puzzle-like scenario where each figure perceives their own 'floor' as the correct one, despite the illogical connections between the staircases.
Technique & Style
Escher's use of lithography allowed for the creation of sharp, detailed prints. The artist's manipulation of perspective is a hallmark of his style, which often explores mathematical concepts and impossible objects.
Artist & collection
Artist
Maurits Cornelis Escher (; Dutch: ; 17 June 1898 – 27 March 1972) was a Dutch graphic artist who made woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints, many of which were inspired by mathematics.
