The artwork titled “The 1st Day of the Creation” was crafted by M.C. Escher in the year 1925. This piece is a part of the Op Art movement, distinguished within the genre of animal painting, and contributes to the “Creation Story” series.
The artwork, executed in a monochromatic palette, features a bird in flight, meticulously detailed with intricate linework. The bird soars over a textured, earth-like sphere, depicted with swirling, maze-like patterns. The use of contrast between the solid, dark background and the detailed, lighter elements of the bird and the sphere enhances the optical illusion effect characteristic of Op Art. The overall impression is one of dynamic movement and intricate detail, reflecting Escher’s renowned expertise in creating visually engaging and thought-provoking compositions.