Self-Portrait (1923) by M.C. Escher

Self-Portrait - M.C. Escher - 1923

Artwork Information

TitleSelf-Portrait
ArtistM.C. Escher
Date1923
Art MovementExpressionism

About Self-Portrait

The artwork titled “Self-Portrait” was created by the artist M.C. Escher in the year 1923. This piece belongs to the Expressionism art movement and falls under the genre of a self-portrait.

In the artwork, Escher presents a highly detailed rendering of his own visage, utilizing intricate linework to convey depth and texture. The portrayal focuses intently on the face, emphasizing the artist’s intense gaze, expressive eyes, and meticulously detailed beard. The strong contrasts between the black background and the white lines create a striking effect, highlighting Escher’s proficiency in printmaking techniques and his distinctive style. The visage is rendered with a combination of high precision and expressive, almost geometric patterns, characteristic of Escher’s unique approach to art.

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