{"title":"M C Escher","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"white-cat-i-m-c-escher","title":"White Cat I - M.C. Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA woodcut print by M.C. Escher, 'White Cat I' features a stylised white cat against a black background, showcasing the artist's mastery of contrast and line work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaurits Cornelis Escher (1898-1972) was a Dutch graphic artist known for his mathematically inspired woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints. His work often features impossible constructions, explorations of infinity, tessellations, and reflections. Escher's art appeals to a wide audience, both for its technical skill and its playful, mind-bending qualities. He gained popularity among scientists and mathematicians, as well as the general public. His prints remain widely reproduced and admired. 'White Cat I' is a woodcut print featuring a stylised depiction of a white cat. The cat is seated, facing forward, with its eyes closed in a serene expression. The image is rendered in stark black and white, with the cat's fur suggested by fine, closely spaced lines. The background is solid black, creating a strong contrast that emphasises the cat's form. The composition is simple and balanced, with the cat filling most of the frame. The print showcases Escher's skill in woodcut technique and his ability to create a compelling image with minimal detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/still-life-with-ceramic-pots-and-apples-mikulas-galanda\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eStill Life with Ceramic Pots and Apples - Mikuláš Galanda — Mikuláš Galanda\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. 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Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by M.C. Escher, titled 'Predestination', showcases the artist's mastery of tessellations and transformations. The artwork features a cyclical pattern of interlocking fish and birds, creating a captivating visual loop.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaurits Cornelis Escher (1898-1972) was a Dutch graphic artist known for his mathematically inspired woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints. His work explores concepts of infinity, symmetry, and tessellations, often incorporating impossible constructions and optical illusions. Escher's distinctive style has made him popular among scientists, mathematicians, and artists alike. 'Predestination', created in 1951, is a lithograph that exemplifies Escher's fascination with tessellations and transformations. The image depicts a cyclical pattern of interlocking fish and birds, rendered in contrasting black and white. The fish gradually morph into birds, which then transform back into fish, creating a continuous, repeating motif. This visual cycle suggests a sense of predetermined fate or an endless loop, reflecting the title's theme. The composition is carefully structured, with the figures arranged to create a sense of depth and movement within the two-dimensional space. Escher's meticulous attention to detail and his mastery of perspective contribute to the artwork's captivating and thought-provoking nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/victory-over-the-sun-all-is-well-that-begins-well-and-has-no-end-el-lissitzky\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVictory over the Sun: All is well that begins well and has no end - El Lissitzky — El Lissitzky\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. 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Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking early woodcut by M.C. Escher, 'Two Trees' features a stylised tree with swirling branches against a dark sky, with a lone figure walking towards it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eM.C. Escher (1898-1972) was a Dutch graphic artist known for his mathematically inspired woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints. His work often features impossible constructions, explorations of infinity, tessellations, and reflections. Although not widely recognised during his lifetime by the mainstream art world, Escher's art gained popularity among scientists, mathematicians, and graphic designers for its intellectual rigour and visual inventiveness. His prints continue to fascinate viewers with their blend of art and mathematical concepts. 'Two Trees' is an early woodcut by Escher, created in 1919. The black and white print depicts a stylised tree with swirling branches that form circular shapes, set against a stark, dark sky with radiating lines suggesting light. Below, a figure walks across a field of hatched lines towards the tree. The composition is simple yet striking, demonstrating Escher's early exploration of form and contrast. The print showcases the artist's skill in woodcut techniques, with precise lines and careful attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/view-from-the-berlin-radio-tower-in-winter-laszlo-moholy-nagy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eView from the Berlin Radio Tower in Winter - László Moholy-Nagy — László Moholy-Nagy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. 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The fish are arranged in a repeating pattern that creates a sense of depth and movement, drawing the viewer's eye towards the centre of each spiral. The composition plays with positive and negative space, as the fish from each spiral interlock to form a continuous, flowing design. The stark contrast between the red, grey, and white enhances the visual impact of the artwork, contributing to its overall sense of dynamism and illusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/view-from-the-berlin-radio-tower-in-winter-laszlo-moholy-nagy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eView from the Berlin Radio Tower in Winter - László Moholy-Nagy — László Moholy-Nagy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. 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Escher's precise linework captures the textures of the buildings, the foliage, and the sky, creating a sense of realism. The monochromatic palette enhances the architectural focus, emphasising the forms and structures within the Roman cityscape. This early work provides insight into Escher's artistic development, demonstrating his skill in traditional drawing techniques before he transitioned to his more famous geometric and spatial explorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/relations-of-a-spider-friedensreich-hundertwasser\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRelations of a Spider - Friedensreich Hundertwasser — Friedensreich Hundertwasser\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. 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Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eM.C. Escher's 'Liberation' (1955) is a lithograph demonstrating tessellation and metamorphosis, as geometric shapes gradually transform into birds taking flight. This print showcases Escher's exploration of infinity, symmetry, and perception.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaurits Cornelis Escher, the Dutch graphic artist (1898-1972), is celebrated for his mathematically inspired woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints. His work explores themes of infinity, symmetry, and the interplay between different dimensions. Escher's art often features impossible constructions, geometric patterns, and transformations of objects into one another. 'Liberation', created in 1955, exemplifies Escher's mastery of tessellation and metamorphosis. The lithograph depicts a gradual transformation of geometric shapes into birds. At the bottom of the image, triangular forms interlock to create a flat plane. As the eye moves upward, these shapes evolve into increasingly recognisable bird figures, first in black and then in white, until they finally take flight at the top of the composition. The work plays with the viewer's perception, blurring the boundaries between abstraction and representation. The print is presented as if it is a scroll, unrolling to reveal the transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/illustration-to-chad-gadya-el-lissitzky\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eIllustration to 'Chad Gadya' - El Lissitzky — El Lissitzky\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. 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Escher","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57593989235023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57593989300559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57593989398863,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57593989431631,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57593989497167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57593989529935,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57593989562703,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57593989628239,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57593989693775,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Liberation_Poster_CompositorV1_1788219625922.jpg?v=1788219658"},{"product_id":"merry-christmas-and-happy-new-year-m-c-escher","title":"Merry Christmas and Happy New Year - M.C. Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lithograph by M.C. Escher from 1961, 'Merry Christmas and Happy New Year' features a detailed camellia blossom in black and white, showcasing Escher's meticulous attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by M.C. Escher, titled 'Merry Christmas and Happy New Year', was created in 1961. It features a detailed rendering of a camellia blossom, depicted in black and white. Escher, known for his mathematically inspired woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints, often explored themes of infinity, tessellation, and impossible constructions. While this work differs from his more typical geometric patterns, it still demonstrates his meticulous attention to detail and mastery of line. The camellia is rendered with careful shading, giving the petals a three-dimensional quality. The flower is positioned as if viewed from slightly below, allowing the viewer to appreciate its layered structure. Below the image of the flower, Escher has included a handwritten greeting, adding a personal touch to the print. A small emblem featuring his initials is also visible. This piece, while a departure from Escher's better-known works, offers insight into his broader artistic capabilities and his interest in natural forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-century-midsummer-holiday-number-maxfield-parrish\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Century Midsummer Holiday Number - Maxfield Parrish — Maxfield Parrish\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M.C. 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Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA tessellated pattern of riders on horseback by M.C. Escher, presented within a Mobius strip. The figures interlock seamlessly, creating a repeating motif in shades of orange and grey.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaurits Cornelis Escher (1898-1972) was a Dutch graphic artist known for his mathematically inspired woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints. His work explores concepts of infinity, symmetry, and tessellations, often incorporating optical illusions and impossible constructions. Escher's art appeals to both mathematicians and artists, bridging the gap between science and art. He gained popularity in the mid-20th century, and his prints remain widely recognised. 'Horsemen' presents a tessellated pattern of riders on horseback. The figures interlock seamlessly, creating a repeating motif that fills the plane. The colour scheme is limited to shades of orange and grey, which adds to the graphic quality of the design. The image is presented within a Mobius strip, which adds to the mathematical and impossible nature of the work. The riders themselves are stylised, with simplified forms and minimal detail. This print exemplifies Escher's fascination with mathematical principles and his ability to translate them into visually compelling artworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/whirlpools-m-c-escher\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWhirlpools - M.C. Escher — M. C. Escher\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M.C. 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Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis woodcut print by M.C. Escher, titled 'Porthole', depicts a ship seen through a circular window. The intricate cross-hatching and the inclusion of a curtain create a sense of depth and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eM.C. Escher (1898-1972) was a Dutch graphic artist known for his mathematically inspired woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints. His work often features impossible constructions, explorations of infinity, and tessellations. Escher's art appeals to a wide audience, blending artistic skill with mathematical concepts. He gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly among scientists and mathematicians, and his prints remain highly sought after. 'Porthole', created in 1930, is a woodcut print. The image depicts a ship viewed through a porthole. The composition is divided into distinct areas, with the ship in the centre, framed by the circular window. The surrounding area is filled with a dense, cross-hatched pattern, creating a textured effect. A curtain hangs to the right, adding depth and contrast to the scene. The overall effect is one of looking out from within a confined space, offering a glimpse of the open sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/1943-45-st-ives-cornwall-ben-nicholson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003e1943-45 (St Ives, Cornwall) - Ben Nicholson — Ben Nicholson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. 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Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA black and white print of a forest scene by M.C. Escher. 'Woods near Menton' features a dense arrangement of stylised trees, creating a stark contrast and graphic simplicity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaurits Cornelis Escher, known as M.C. Escher, was a Dutch graphic artist who made mathematically inspired woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints. His work employs geometric patterns, tessellations, and impossible constructions. Escher explored the interplay between art and mathematics, creating images that challenge perception and logic. Although his work was not widely recognised within the art world during his lifetime, it gained popularity among scientists and mathematicians. His unique style continues to influence art and popular culture. 'Woods near Menton' depicts a forest scene rendered in black and white. The composition features a dense arrangement of trees with bare branches, creating a stark contrast against the lighter background. The trees are stylised, with their trunks and branches forming a network of lines and shapes. The ground is indicated by horizontal lines, adding a sense of depth to the image. The overall effect is one of graphic simplicity and visual complexity, typical of Escher's approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M.C. 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Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1930 lithograph by M.C. Escher depicting the rugged, mountainous terrain and dry riverbeds of the Calabrian region in Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eDuring his formative years in Italy, M.C. Escher produced a series of works documenting the rugged terrain of the southern regions. Fiumara, Calabria, executed in 1930, captures the stark, arid beauty of the Italian countryside. The composition focuses on a wide, dry riverbed, known as a fiumara, which snakes through the mountainous landscape. Escher employs a high vantage point, a technique he favoured to provide a comprehensive view of the geological formations and the small, clustered settlements that cling to the slopes.\n\nThe print demonstrates his early mastery of lithographic techniques. The contrast between the light, expansive riverbed and the dark, textured mountainside creates a sense of depth and scale. Escher uses hatching and cross-hatching to define the craggy surfaces of the rocks and the architectural details of the village in the foreground. Unlike his later, more mathematical explorations of impossible geometry, this work remains grounded in direct observation of the natural world. It reflects his interest in the structural qualities of the earth and the way human habitations integrate with the environment.\n\nThe image is devoid of human figures, which allows the viewer to focus entirely on the interplay of light and shadow across the topography. The sky is rendered with subtle gradations, adding to the atmospheric quality of the scene. This piece offers a glimpse into the artist's development before he turned his attention to the tessellations and impossible structures that defined his later career. It is a precise, technical study of a specific location, rendered with the clarity and attention to detail that characterised his approach to printmaking throughout his life. The work remains a clear example of his ability to transform a physical location into a structured, graphic composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/wendingen-el-lissitzky\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWendingen - El Lissitzky — El Lissitzky\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. C. Escher","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57855698665807,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57855705186639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57855705219407,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fiumara-Calabria_Poster_CompositorV1_1780595166298.jpg?v=1780595438"},{"product_id":"division-m-c-escher","title":"Division - M.C. Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic 1956 lithograph by M.C. Escher featuring a complex, circular tessellation of interlocking lizard figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eM.C. Escher, a Dutch graphic artist, produced this lithograph in 1956. The work belongs to his series of periodic tilings, which he referred to as regular divisions of the plane. Escher drew inspiration from the geometric patterns he observed in the Alhambra in Spain, subsequently developing his own system for creating interlocking figures that fill a two-dimensional space without gaps or overlaps.\n\nIn this specific composition, the artist employs a circular format to contain a repeating pattern of lizard-like creatures. The figures are arranged in a radial symmetry, with their bodies interlocking to form a continuous, tessellated surface. Escher uses a strict black and white palette to define the boundaries of each form, ensuring that the positive and negative spaces remain balanced throughout the design. The creatures appear to emerge from the centre and expand towards the edges, where the pattern is truncated by the circular border.\n\nEscher approached his work with a mathematical rigour, often spending months calculating the geometric properties required to achieve such precise tessellations. This print demonstrates his ability to combine logical structure with visual play. The viewer is invited to trace the path of individual figures as they rotate and repeat across the plane. By avoiding traditional perspective, Escher forces the eye to focus on the flat, repetitive nature of the surface. The result is a study in symmetry and order, reflecting the artist's interest in the relationship between mathematics and visual representation. This piece remains a clear example of his technical skill in lithography, where the contrast between ink and paper creates a sharp, clean image that emphasises the geometric logic of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-return-of-the-flame-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Return of the Flame - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/enkele-liggende-geiten-several-lying-goats-samuel-jessurun-de-mesquita\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEnkele liggende geiten (Several Lying Goats) - Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita — Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M.C. Escher","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57855824298319,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57855831376207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57855831408975,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Division_Poster_CompositorV1_1780595524300.jpg?v=1780596630"},{"product_id":"horseman-m-c-escher","title":"Horseman - M.C. Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic tessellation study by M.C. Escher, featuring interlocking horsemen in a repeating geometric pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis work by M.C. Escher, titled Horseman, demonstrates the artist's fascination with the mathematical concept of tessellation. Created in 1946, the composition features a repeating pattern of riders on horseback, interlocking to fill the two-dimensional plane without gaps or overlaps. Escher utilised a system of geometric transformation to ensure that the silhouette of one horseman perfectly accommodates the negative space created by the adjacent figures.\n\nThe colour palette is restricted to two tones, creating a clear distinction between the light and dark figures. This binary approach assists the viewer in identifying the individual units within the complex grid. The riders are depicted in profile, their forms simplified to fit the rigid requirements of the tiling pattern. Escher often drew inspiration from the geometric patterns found in Moorish architecture, particularly the mosaics of the Alhambra, which he visited in the 1920s and 1930s. \n\nUnlike his more famous perspective-defying works, this piece focuses on the logic of plane division. The repetition of the horseman motif creates a sense of rhythmic movement across the surface. The work is a study in symmetry and the systematic filling of space. Escher's technical precision allows the viewer to trace the path of a single figure as it repeats across the entire composition. The work remains a clear example of his ability to merge artistic expression with rigorous geometric principles, resulting in a visual puzzle that invites close inspection of its structural integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-return-of-the-flame-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Return of the Flame - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/a-night-at-saint-jean-man-ray\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Night at Saint Jean - Man Ray — Man Ray\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M.C. Escher","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57855832195407,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57855843238223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57855843270991,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Horseman_Poster_CompositorV1_1780595644724.jpg?v=1780596744"},{"product_id":"four-regular-solids-m-c-escher","title":"Four Regular Solids - M.C. Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1961 woodcut by M.C. Escher, this work explores the intersection of geometric polyhedra through precise hatching and a warm colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eM.C. Escher produced Four Regular Solids in 1961, a work that demonstrates his fascination with mathematical structures and spatial relationships. The print features a complex arrangement of polyhedra, specifically focusing on the intersection of geometric forms. Escher uses a woodcut technique to render these shapes, employing precise lines and a limited colour palette to define the volume and depth of the objects.\n\nThe composition relies on the interplay between the solid lines of the polyhedra and the transparent, overlapping planes. By using varying densities of hatching, Escher creates a sense of three-dimensional space on a two-dimensional surface. The orange and red tones provide a contrast against the stark white background, directing the eye toward the centre of the geometric cluster. This work reflects the artist's interest in the properties of Platonic solids, which are regular, convex polyhedra with congruent faces of regular polygons and the same number of faces meeting at each vertex.\n\nEscher often explored the boundaries between mathematics and visual art. In this piece, the repetition of angular forms creates a rhythmic quality, drawing the viewer into the logic of the construction. The work is devoid of representational subject matter, focusing entirely on the purity of geometric form and the technical execution of the woodcut medium. It remains a clear example of his ability to translate abstract mathematical concepts into visual experiences that invite close inspection of their structural integrity and spatial logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/composition-bart-van-der-leck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eComposition - Bart van der Leck — Bart van der Leck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. C. Escher","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57855833669967,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57855890784591,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57855890817359,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Four-Regular-Solids_Poster_CompositorV1_1780595644479.jpg?v=1780597332"},{"product_id":"baby-m-c-escher","title":"Baby - M.C. Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking 1917 linocut by M.C. Escher, featuring a minimalist, high-contrast portrait of an infant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis early work by M.C. Escher, titled Baby, dates to 1917. It is a linocut that demonstrates the artist's initial exploration of high-contrast graphic techniques. Unlike the mathematically precise tessellations and impossible architectures for which he became known later in his career, this piece focuses on the economy of line and the stark interplay between black ink and white paper.\n\nThe composition captures the head of an infant in a simplified, almost abstract manner. Escher uses bold, sweeping black shapes to define the contours of the face, the closed eyes, and the soft folds of the skin. The linocut medium dictates the aesthetic here, as the artist carves away the negative space to leave behind the essential features of the subject. The lines are thick and deliberate, reflecting the physical process of cutting into the linoleum block.\n\nWhile the subject is domestic and intimate, the execution is purely graphic. Escher avoids fine detail in favour of large, flat areas of tone. This approach flattens the image, turning the organic form of a child into a series of rhythmic, interlocking shapes. The signature at the bottom right confirms the early date of the work, placing it during his formative years in the Netherlands. This print offers a glimpse into the development of an artist who would eventually master the manipulation of visual perception. It remains a clear example of his early interest in how light and shadow can be reduced to their most basic components to suggest form without the need for traditional shading or perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/interior-horace-pippin-horace-pippin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior (Horace Pippin) - Horace Pippin — Horace Pippin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. 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Escher demonstrates his fascination with the mathematical concept of tessellation. The image features two lizard-like creatures, one rendered in black and the other in white, which interlock to cover the two-dimensional plane without gaps or overlaps. Escher utilised the woodcut medium to achieve the sharp contrast required for this geometric puzzle. \n\nBy employing a strict binary colour scheme, the artist forces the viewer to perceive the figures as both positive and negative space. The reptiles are stylised to fit the specific geometric constraints of the grid, showing the artist's ability to balance representational form with abstract tiling rules. This piece is part of a broader series of studies where Escher explored periodic tilings, often inspired by his observations of Moorish tile work at the Alhambra in Spain. \n\nThe composition relies on rotational symmetry, where each creature acts as a mirror image or a rotated version of its neighbour. The lines are clean and deliberate, characteristic of Escher's technical precision in printmaking. This specific motif serves as a fundamental example of how he transformed simple geometric shapes into recognisable biological forms. The work remains a clear demonstration of his interest in the division of the plane, a subject he pursued throughout his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-ten-largest-no-10-old-age-hilma-af-klint\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Ten Largest, No. 10, Old Age - Hilma af Klint — Hilma af Klint\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. 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Escher, completed in 1958. This work demonstrates the artist's fascination with hyperbolic geometry, a field he explored after correspondence with the mathematician H.S.M. Coxeter. The composition is contained within a circular boundary, representing a portion of the Poincaré disk model. \n\nWithin this circular frame, Escher arranges a series of fish-like figures that diminish in size as they approach the perimeter. The figures are organised in a repeating pattern that fills the space without gaps. By alternating black and white forms, Escher creates a sense of balance and symmetry. The figures are oriented such that they appear to radiate from the centre, creating a visual effect of infinite progression towards the edge of the circle. \n\nEscher used the woodcut medium to achieve the sharp contrast between the black and white shapes. The precision required to carve these interlocking forms reflects his technical skill. Unlike his earlier works that relied on more traditional perspective, this piece engages with non-Euclidean geometry to represent a space that is theoretically infinite, yet bounded by the circular frame. The work remains a clear example of how Escher integrated mathematical concepts into his visual practice, moving beyond simple representation to explore the structural properties of the plane. The repetitive nature of the fish motifs creates a rhythmic quality, drawing the eye from the larger central figures to the increasingly smaller ones near the circumference. This print is part of a series where Escher experimented with different tilings of the hyperbolic plane, each offering a different configuration of shapes and symmetries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/a-night-at-saint-jean-man-ray\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Night at Saint Jean - Man Ray — Man Ray\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M.C. Escher","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57921180205391,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57921181024591,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57921181057359,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Circle-Limit-I_Poster_CompositorV1_1781484967220.jpg?v=1781489493"},{"product_id":"smaller-and-smaller-m-c-escher","title":"Smaller and Smaller - M.C. Escher","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic wood engraving by M.C. Escher, featuring a geometric tessellation of lizards that decrease in size towards the centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eSmaller and Smaller, created by M.C. Escher in 1956, represents the artist's fascination with geometric tiling and the concept of infinity. This wood engraving employs a technique known as a tessellation, where shapes fit together without gaps or overlaps. Escher uses the form of a lizard, which he repeats across the surface of the print. As the eye moves from the outer edges toward the centre, the lizards undergo a systematic reduction in scale. This creates a visual progression that suggests an infinite descent into the middle of the composition.\n\nThe work is a prime example of Escher's interest in the mathematical properties of the plane. By using a limited palette of black, white, and orange, he clarifies the complex arrangement of the figures. The lizards are arranged in a radial symmetry, which draws the viewer into the centre of the image. This print demonstrates the artist's technical precision, as each individual lizard remains distinct despite the extreme miniaturisation occurring near the focal point.\n\nEscher often explored the relationship between the finite and the infinite in his work. In this piece, the boundary between the individual units and the collective pattern becomes blurred as the scale decreases. The viewer is invited to observe the transition from large, recognisable forms at the perimeter to the dense, abstract texture at the core. This print is a study in spatial organisation and the logic of geometric transformation. It reflects the artist's ability to merge rigorous mathematical principles with visual art, resulting in a composition that remains a subject of interest for both mathematicians and art enthusiasts. The precision of the wood engraving process allows for the sharp lines and clear separation of colours necessary to maintain the legibility of the pattern as it shrinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-boat-ride-from-sorrento-charles-demuth-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Boat Ride from Sorrento - Charles Demuth — Charles Demuth\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"M. 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