Cerro al Volturno, Abruzzi (January 1930) (1930) by M.C. Escher

Cerro al Volturno, Abruzzi (January 1930) - M.C. Escher - 1930

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TitleCerro al Volturno, Abruzzi (January 1930)
ArtistM.C. Escher
Date1930
Mediumwoodcut
Art MovementExpressionism

About Cerro al Volturno, Abruzzi (January 1930)

The artwork titled “Cerro al Volturno, Abruzzi (January 1930)” is a woodcut created by the artist M.C. Escher in the year 1930. This piece originates from the Expressionism art movement and falls under the landscape genre.

The artwork vividly captures a dramatic landscape dominated by a towering, rocky hill, with a cluster of buildings nestled at its base. The intricate details of the woodcut technique emphasize the textures of the rock formations and the structures, creating a striking contrast between the natural and the man-made. Vertical lines are used extensively to suggest the texture of the rock and the topography, adding to the overall expressionistic feel. The buildings, depicted in a slightly skewed perspective, convey a sense of depth and disorientation, characteristic of Escher’s distinct style. Overall, the artwork evokes a sense of rugged beauty and the enduring relationship between human habitation and nature’s imposing presence.

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