Wood near Menton (1921) by M.C. Escher

Wood near Menton - M.C. Escher - 1921

Artwork Information

TitleWood near Menton
ArtistM.C. Escher
Date1921
Art MovementOp Art

About Wood near Menton

“Wood near Menton” is an artwork created by M.C. Escher in 1921. As a part of the Op Art movement, this piece falls under the landscape genre.

The artwork displays a dense woodland scene characterized by intricate, interwoven tree trunks and branches that create a rhythmic, almost hypnotic pattern. The trees and branches appear mostly in silhouette, with the stark contrast between black and white adding to the overall optical illusion effect, a hallmark of Op Art. The background features a series of linear patterns that contribute to the sense of depth and complexity within the woodland scene. The masterful use of line work and contrast emphasizes the abstract and surreal nature of the landscape, inviting viewers to engage with the intriguing visual experience Escher has crafted.

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