Lizard (1937) by M.C. Escher

Lizard - M.C. Escher - 1937

Artwork Information

TitleLizard
ArtistM.C. Escher
Date1937
Art MovementOp Art

About Lizard

The artwork “Lizard,” created by M.C. Escher in 1937, belongs to the Op Art movement and is a part of the tessellation genre. This intricate composition features a complex pattern of interlocking lizards, showcasing Escher’s skill in creating repetitive designs that seamlessly interconnect.

In “Lizard,” various lizards in hues of brown and beige intertwine, each one blending into the next without any gaps or overlaps. The precision with which the lizards align creates a mesmerizing optical illusion, drawing the viewer’s eye across the entire piece. The combination of form and color exemplifies Escher’s mathematical approach to art, emphasizing symmetry and spatial manipulation. The overall effect is a dynamic and harmonious visual rhythm, immersing the spectator in a continuous, undulating landscape of reptilian forms.

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