Initial S

probably 1932

M.C. Escher

Associated Names
M.C. Escher

Artist, Dutch, 1898 - 1972

The image features bold, interwoven lines and curves creating complex, overlapping shapes. The abstract design contains elements resembling flowing ribbon or fabric, curling around a form. Swirling lines and geometric patterns suggest movement akin to flowing hair or winding paths, emphasizing the abstract nature of the artwork.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut on light tan wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Cornelius Van S. Roosevelt Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 8 x 6 cm (3 1/8 x 2 3/8 in.)
    sheet: 19.6 x 16.2 cm (7 11/16 x 6 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1983.109.71

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bool 1981, no. 189

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

upper left in plate: MCE

Wikidata ID

Q74045434

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