Birth announcement card of Arthur Escher

1928

M.C. Escher

Associated Names
M.C. Escher

Artist, Dutch, 1898 - 1972

The image shows curvilinear shapes and lines forming abstract figures. In the center, there is a large abstract shape resembling the Colosseum, surrounded by symmetrical figures resembling angels or celestial beings. Above are various small shapes representing stars, with circular forms resembling the sun and moon. The design integrates structured and organic forms reminiscent of Roman architecture and angelic iconography. Text at the top and bottom provides a location and name, enhancing the illustrative nature of the composition.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut in four colors on gray wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Cornelius Van S. Roosevelt Collection

  • Dimensions

    image: 13.8 x 7.6 cm (5 7/16 x 3 in.)
    sheet: 16 x 11 cm (6 5/16 x 4 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1983.109.60

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bool 1981, no. 122

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.

Inscriptions

across top in plate: ROMA 8 DECEMBER 1928 / VIA ALESSANDRO POERIO 94; across bottom in plate: ARTHUR EDUARD ESCHER

Wikidata ID

Q74045354

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