M.C. Escher’s Reptiles (1943) is a whimsical yet thought-provoking lithograph that blurs the line between two-dimensional and three-dimensional space.
In this print, a series of small, tessellated reptilian figures emerge from the flat surface of a drawing, come to life, and crawl across a cluttered tabletop, only to return to their original, flat form. This cyclical movement creates a fascinating interplay between art and reality, showcasing Escher’s signature themes of transformation, illusion, and the paradoxical relationship between the flat and the spatial. With its meticulous detail and playful narrative, Reptiles invites viewers to question perception and the nature of artistic creation itself.
Printed in black and white on poster paper. Packaged in cardboard tube. Paper size : 55 x 65 cm. Image size approx : 43,5 x 38 cm.