Cubic space division (1953) by M.C. Escher

Cubic space division - M.C. Escher - 1953

Artwork Information

TitleCubic space division
ArtistM.C. Escher
Date1953
Art MovementOp Art

About Cubic space division

The artwork entitled “Cubic space division,” created in 1953 by the artist M.C. Escher, belongs to the Op Art movement and falls within the figurative genre. This piece is a testament to Escher’s fascination with mathematical concepts and spatial puzzles, illustrating an intricate labyrinth of interlocking cubic structures.

In the artwork, a series of three-dimensional cubes are meticulously arranged to create a complex grid-like pattern that seems to stretch infinitely in all directions. The precise, geometric forms appear to be floating in space, drawing the viewer’s eye through a maze of interconnecting lines and angles. The monochromatic palette adds to the stark, almost hypnotic effect, emphasizing the illusion of depth and spatial division. The interplay of light and shadow, combined with the meticulous detailing, invites contemplation on the nature of infinity and the boundaries of visual perception.

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