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Basilica of Constantine

1934

M.C. Escher

Associated Names

M.C. Escher

Artist, Dutch, 1898 - 1972

The image shows an aerial view of a building with large archways, located on a hill. The horizon is visible near the top of the building. The artwork features meticulous cross-hatching and stippling done with uniform brushstrokes to create texture. It uses a color palette of black and sepia tones for a dramatic effect. Light and shadow emphasize architectural details, and a dark sky and terrain serve as a backdrop.

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Artwork overview

Medium

woodcut
Credit Line

Seymour and Iris Schwartz Collection
Accession Number

1978.90.11
Catalogue Raisonné

Bool 1981, no. 258

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1981

Bool, F.H. et al. M.C. Escher: His Life and Complete Graphic Work. Amsterdam: Meulenhoff, 1981; English-language edition, New York: Harry N. Abrams, 1982.

Wikidata ID

Q65574535

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