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Knots

1965

M.C. Escher

Associated Names

M.C. Escher

Artist, Dutch, 1898 - 1972

The image shows thick, ribbon-like bands intertwining to form a looping, knot-like shape in the center. The design is made up of parallel lines creating an intricate pattern resembling woven fabric. The overlapping loops and curves give the impression of a braided rope or an ornamental pretzel, with alternating segments in warm tones for a visually dynamic effect.

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Artwork overview

Medium

woodcut in orange and black, printed from two blocks
Credit Line

Cornelius Van S. Roosevelt Collection
Dimensions

sheet: 27 x 20.8 cm (10 5/8 x 8 3/16 in.)
Accession Number

1983.109.16
Catalogue Raisonné

Bool 1981, no. 444, State (partial proof)

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

Q74045094

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