The artwork titled “Street in Scanno, Abruzzi,” created by M.C. Escher in 1946, falls under the Surrealism art movement. It is categorized within the cityscape genre.
In this monochromatic piece, Escher skillfully employs stark contrasts and precise lines to depict an urban scene presumably in the town of Scanno, located in the Abruzzi region. The composition features tall, multi-storied buildings with narrow windows and a prominent, intricately detailed tower that rises above the other structures. The architectural elements are rendered in a manner that suggests a play with light and shadow, enhancing the surreal atmosphere. The street seems desolate, adding an element of quiet introspection to the work. A solitary tree, with its sharply outlined leaves, stands in contrast to the geometric rigidity of the buildings, infusing the scene with a subtle touch of nature amidst the urban setting.