Emblemata – Signpost (1931) by M.C. Escher

Emblemata - Signpost - M.C. Escher - 1931

Artwork Information

TitleEmblemata - Signpost
ArtistM.C. Escher
Date1931
Art MovementExpressionism

About Emblemata - Signpost

The artwork titled “Emblemata – Signpost” is an illustration created by the artist M.C. Escher in the year 1931. This piece is part of the Expressionism art movement and belongs to the “XXIV Emblemata dat zijn zinne-beelden” series.

The artwork features a meticulously designed signpost at its center, surrounded by abstract linework that evokes a sense of dynamic motion and geometric precision. The composition incorporates textual elements, with Latin inscriptions at the top and an additional inscription at the bottom, further emphasizing its illustrative nature. The intricate interplay of lines and shapes, typical of Escher’s style, renders the piece both visually and intellectually stimulating. The monochromatic palette enhances the stark contrasts and highlights the meticulous attention to detail.

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