San Cosimo, Ravello (January 1932) (1932) by M.C. Escher

San Cosimo, Ravello (January 1932) - M.C. Escher - 1932

Artwork Information

TitleSan Cosimo, Ravello (January 1932)
ArtistM.C. Escher
Date1932
Mediumwoodcut
Art MovementSurrealism

About San Cosimo, Ravello (January 1932)

The artwork, titled “San Cosimo, Ravello (January 1932),” was created by the renowned artist M.C. Escher in 1932. This woodcut medium piece, which aligns with the Surrealism art movement, depicts a landscape genre. The subject matter of the woodcut is a serene yet detailed portrayal of the town of Ravello.

In the artwork, intricate details are captured through Escher’s mastery of the woodcut technique. The foreground features a cluster of distinctive white buildings set against a rugged landscape. These edifices appear to be seamlessly integrated into the rock face that rises sharply behind them, showcasing Escher’s fascination with architecture and natural forms. The middle ground reveals a winding path that guides the viewer’s eye deeper into the composition, leading to more buildings and lush vegetation. The background displays rolling hills and distant mountains under a dramatic sky filled with layered clouds, adding depth and atmosphere to the serene yet somewhat otherworldly scene. The interplay of light and shadow throughout the piece emphasizes the textural contrasts, lending the artwork a striking visual impact characteristic of Escher’s intricate and surreal style.

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