The Ghost (1921) by M.C. Escher

The Ghost - M.C. Escher - 1921

Artwork Information

TitleThe Ghost
ArtistM.C. Escher
Date1921
Mediumwoodcut
Dimensions12.3 x 9.1 cm
Art MovementExpressionism

About The Ghost

The artwork, titled “The Ghost,” is a woodcut created by the renowned artist M.C. Escher in the year 1921. This piece, belonging to the Expressionism art movement, measures 12.3 x 9.1 cm and falls under the genre of figurative art.

In the artwork, the viewer is presented with a surreal and haunting figure emerging from contrasting dark and light areas that evoke a sense of mystery and otherworldliness. Predominantly black and white, the composition displays a spectral entity that appears to be floating or rising against a background of densely layered, swirling forms. The lines and textures are meticulously rendered, contributing to an eerie atmosphere that resonates with the ghostly title. The figure itself is an amalgamation of abstract forms, giving it an ethereal and almost intangible presence, characteristic of Escher’s keen exploration of the unreal. The juxtaposition of solid lines with delicate shading techniques further enhances the sense of depth and movement within this compact yet compelling woodcut.

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