Saint Vincent Martyr (1925) by M.C. Escher

Saint Vincent Martyr - M.C. Escher - 1925

Artwork Information

TitleSaint Vincent Martyr
ArtistM.C. Escher
Date1925
Art MovementSurrealism

About Saint Vincent Martyr

“Saint Vincent Martyr,” created by M.C. Escher in 1925, is a surrealist religious painting. The artwork portrays Saint Vincent Martyr, surrounded by a setting that merges fantastical and symbolic elements, characteristic of the Surrealism movement.

The artwork displays a monochromatic, highly detailed scene where Saint Vincent’s body is laid out serenely, engulfed in a glowing aura. The saint is accompanied by an oversized bird, symbolically looming over the martyr’s form. The background consists of a coastal landscape with quaint, white-washed buildings leading down to a calm sea, juxtaposing tranquility against the surreal elements that dominate the foreground. The intricate contours and stark contrasts typical of Escher’s style contribute to the otherworldly yet serene ambiance of the piece.

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