Sku: CB6155Artist: M.C. EscherTitle: WaterfallYear: 1988Signed: NoMedium: Offset LithographPaper Size: 12 x 9.5 inches ( 30 x 24 cm )Image Size: 8.75 x 6.75 inches ( 22 x 17 cm )Edition Size: UnknownFramed: No: Inquire with our experts for framing suggestions.Condition: A: MintAdditional Details: Authorized reproduction poster, published with approval of the Estate. This iconic image by M.C. Escher presents one of the artist’s most celebrated visual paradoxes—a seemingly perpetual waterfall flowing in an impossible loop. Through precise draftsmanship and mathematical ingenuity, Escher constructs an architectural structure that defies logic, where water appears to climb upward before cascading back down in a continuous cycle. The composition is built on intricate geometric relationships and optical illusion, reflecting Escher’s deep fascination with infinity, perspective, and the boundaries between reality and imagination. The finely detailed rendering—combining architectural elements, landscape, and mechanical motion—invites prolonged observation, revealing new complexities with each viewing. A hallmark of 20th-century graphic art, Waterfall remains a compelling example of Escher’s ability to merge art, science, and philosophy into a single, mesmerizing image. An essential piece for collectors of modern prints, optical art, and mathematically inspired design. Framing available upon request.
