Waves

1918

M.C. Escher

Associated Names
M.C. Escher

Artist, Dutch, 1898 - 1972

The image depicts stylized ocean waves in a dynamic and rhythmic pattern. The waves cascade in various directions, with an emphasis on curved lines and flowing forms. The brushstrokes are bold and slightly textured, creating a sense of movement. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black and sepia on an off-white background. The waves extend upward and seem to recede into the distance, despite the two-dimensional nature of the illustration.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    linoleum cut in brown on light tan wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Cornelius Van S. Roosevelt Collection

  • Dimensions

    image: 7.1 x 17.2 cm (2 13/16 x 6 3/4 in.)
    sheet: 17.6 x 22.2 cm (6 15/16 x 8 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1983.109.101

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bool 1981, no. 22

  • Volume Title

    Scrapbook 14: p.43

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

lower right in graphite below image: .M.C.Escher.

Wikidata ID

Q74045583

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