The artwork titled “Bookplate A.R.A. Wertheim” was created by M.C. Escher in the year 1954. Associated with the art movement Expressionism, this piece is classified under the genre of symbolic painting.
The artwork features a meticulously designed bookplate with a central diamond-shaped section divided vertically into two distinct halves. The left side displays the scales of justice, symbolizing balance and fairness, while the right side depicts a building structure resembling a fortified tower or historical monument, possibly signifying stability and permanence. Surrounding the central diamond is a patterned background consisting of repetitive cross motifs. The upper section of the artwork bears the name “A.R.A. Wertheim,” while the lower section contains the Latin phrase “SEMPER IDEM,” which translates to “Always the Same.” The intricate design and symbolic elements reflect M.C. Escher’s distinctive style and attention to detail.