Sphere with fish

Fish, Beech wood (1940)

Escher was fascinated by Japanese woodcarving, which he admired greatly, and during the war years he transposed a number on to wooden spheres.  As the sphere has no limitations, this shape was perfect for his ‘infinitive’ systems.

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PA11ESC - Miniature

h. 6 cm.

with brochure
in luxury gift box

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