Emblema XI, Candle Flame

1931

M.C. Escher

Associated Names
M.C. Escher

Artist, Dutch, 1898 - 1972

The image features a lit candle in the center, surrounded by specks of light indicating its glow. The background is dark, highlighting the candle's illumination. There is text above and below the candle. The top text reads "Vivo ! Anima trepidans in me absumitur," and the bottom text contains lines in Dutch. The image is primarily black and white, emphasizing the candlelight and text elements. The candle is centrally positioned, with light radiating outwards, and the text wraps around the object.
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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

Q65574130

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