Castrovalva (1930) by M.C. Escher

Castrovalva - M.C. Escher - 1930

Artwork Information

TitleCastrovalva
ArtistM.C. Escher
Date1930
Art MovementRealism

About Castrovalva

“Castrovalva,” crafted by the renowned artist M.C. Escher in 1930, is a landscape artwork that embodies the Realism movement. The artwork portrays a high viewpoint overlooking a village nestled in the mountainous terrain, capturing a serene yet detailed depiction of nature and human habitation.

The artwork presents a dramatic mountainous landscape composed of steep, rugged terrain. Architectural structures cling precariously to the slopes, leading the viewer’s eye along a winding pathway towards distant settlements in the valley below. Above, voluminous clouds dominate the sky, adding to the dynamic texture of the piece. The meticulous detail in both the natural flora and the man-made buildings speaks to Escher’s skill in rendering intricate scenes, imbuing the landscape with a lifelike quality that exemplifies the Realism art movement.

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