Three Spheres II (1946) by M.C. Escher

Three Spheres II - M.C. Escher - 1946

Artwork Information

TitleThree Spheres II
ArtistM.C. Escher
Date1946
Art MovementSurrealism

About Three Spheres II

“Three Spheres II” is an artwork created by the renowned artist M.C. Escher in 1946. This Surrealist piece, categorized as a portrait, is a remarkable representation of Escher’s unique style and his fascination with reflective surfaces and geometric structures.

The artwork features three spheres arranged in a linear manner against a plain background. The sphere on the left is reflective, displaying intricate patterns and shadows that hint at an external environment. At the center, a polished sphere offers a captivating reflection of a man seated at a table, embodying a surreal self-portrait of Escher himself. The rightmost sphere, by contrast, is dull and non-reflective, creating a visual balance and highlighting the contrast between reflection and opacity. The interplay of light and shadow, along with the meticulous detailing of reflections, exemplifies Escher’s mastery in creating intriguing and thought-provoking visual experiences.

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