Drawing Hands
by Maurits Cornelis Escher Dutch, 1898-1972
1948
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Curator's Notes
'Drawing Hands' is a masterful illustration that captivates viewers with its paradoxical representation of hands drawing each other, creating a cycle of infinite curiosity. The piece combines mesmerizing techniques, including surrealism and hyper-realism, challenging perceptions of reality and art itself. This innovative work has resonated across cultural landscapes, influencing artists and pop culture with its impactful visual narrative. Its convoluted interplay of creation and illusion continues to fascinate art enthusiasts and invites viewers into a perpetual dialogue with the artist's ingenious vision. Often referenced in both academic and cultural discourses, 'Drawing Hands' invites audiences to ponder the complexities of existence and creativity.
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'Drawing Hands,' often associated with M.C. Escher, embodies a fascinating interplay between art, reality, and illusion that dominates surrealist works. Through careful lithographic technique, Escher brings two hands into existence as they seemingly draw one another, blurring the lines between creator and creation. This artwork captivates audiences with its clever inversion and has become a staple example of mind-bending art in popular culture, appearing in films, academic texts, and exhibitions. Its endless cycle of creation and perspective makes it a timeless reflection on the nature of art, creativity, and the human experience, marking it as a significant contribution to modern art and visual storytelling.
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Artwork Details
Medium: Lithograph on white wove paper
Dimensions: Image: 28.2 × 33.2 cm (11 1/8 × 13 1/8 in.); Sheet: 41.7 × 45.4 cm (16 7/16 × 17 7/8 in.)
Position: #7 in collection
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