The artwork, titled “Cathedral of Cefalu, Sicily (December 1932)” by M.C. Escher, was created in 1932 using the medium of lithography. This piece belongs to the Realism art movement and falls within the genre of cityscape. It intricately portrays the architecture and surroundings of the Cathedral of Cefalù in Sicily.
In this lithograph, Escher meticulously details the structure of the cathedral, highlighting its architectural prominence amidst the urban landscape. The cathedral stands out with its distinct towers and intricately designed roof, which are rendered with precision to reveal the textures and patterns of the building materials. The surrounding buildings and the placement of the cathedral within the town are depicted in a realistic manner, giving viewers a sense of the historical and cultural context of the location. The shading and perspective used in the artwork enhance the three-dimensional effect, making the cathedral appear lifelike and imposing within its environment.