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Bookplate T. de Ridder

1918

M.C. Escher

Associated Names

M.C. Escher

Artist, Dutch, 1898 - 1972

The image displays a circular pattern with geometric lines and shapes forming an abstract design. At the center is a figure resembling a knight on horseback, holding a lance. The circle has a spiked border and segmented lines radiating from the center. Surrounding text and intricate details contribute to the ornate and symbolic quality.

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Artwork overview

Medium

linoleum cut in green on light tan wove paper
Credit Line

Cornelius Van S. Roosevelt Collection
Dimensions

image (diameter): 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)
sheet: 17.3 x 11.2 cm (6 13/16 x 4 7/16 in.)
Accession Number

1983.109.79
Catalogue Raisonné

Bool 1981, no. 25

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

o in plate: TOOM DIT ROS T DE RIDDER

Wikidata ID

Q74045456

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