Santa Severina, Calabria (February 1931) (1931) by M.C. Escher

Santa Severina, Calabria (February 1931) - M.C. Escher - 1931

Artwork Information

TitleSanta Severina, Calabria (February 1931)
ArtistM.C. Escher
Date1931
Mediumlithography
Art MovementSurrealism

About Santa Severina, Calabria (February 1931)

“Santa Severina, Calabria (February 1931),” created by the renowned artist M.C. Escher in 1931, is an exquisite example of lithography, representative of the Surrealist art movement. The artwork is classified as a landscape, capturing the essence of its titular location with impeccable precision and detail.

The artwork features a striking depiction of the medieval town of Santa Severina, perched atop a rugged hill in Calabria. The detailed lithographic technique employed by Escher highlights the intricate patterns of the terrain, with sharply defined ridges and valleys. The town is intricately drawn, with its ancient buildings clustered together, exuding a sense of historical significance and timelessness. In the background, dark, brooding clouds loom over the landscape, adding an element of dramatic tension to the serene scene. The use of high contrast between light and shadow enhances the three-dimensional quality of the lithograph, drawing the viewer’s eye to the various textures and forms within the composition. Overall, the artwork encapsulates the intricate and surreal elements characteristic of Escher’s work, providing a thought-provoking and visually stimulating representation of Santa Severina.

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