【The Magical World of Escher: Master of Illusion Art Exhibition】Catalog

Maurits Cornelis Escher was a celebrated Dutch graphic artist whose 60 years of activity across Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, and the Netherlands coincided with a period of immense upheaval and revolution in European history. Escher's work reflects a subtle inner world, serving as his contemplation of contemporary historical events and his deep yearning to uncover the mysteries of cosmic order. Through his art, he presented a unique, aesthetically captivating, and meticulously organized world of beauty. This catalog comprehensively presents 151 works, including woodcuts, sketches, and prints, illustrating the development and transformation of Escher's artistic style. 【Foreword】 Director, Bureau of Cultural Affairs, Kaohsiung City Government Director, Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts Director, The Israel Museum, Jerusalem 【Essays】 Escher: The Secrets Behind the Prints The Visual Theatre of M. C. Escher 【Plates】 Ingenious Craftsmanship - Secrets of Printmaking Children of Heaven and Earth - Depicting Figures Exploring Celestial Mysteries - Scientific Investigations Divine Revelation - Biblical Narratives Natural Wonders - Southern European Landscapes Man vs. Nature - Visual Illusions 【Appendix】 Glossary of Printmaking Terms