Sphere with angels and devils
1942 Angels and devils, Maple
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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ESC05
- Ø 8 cm.
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