Sku: CB6159
Artist: M.C. Escher
Title: Relativity
Year: 1988
Signed: No
Medium: Offset Lithograph
Paper Size: 9.5 x 12 inches ( 24 x 30 cm )
Image Size: 7 x 7.25 inches ( 18 x 18 cm )
Edition Size: Unknown
Framed: No: Inquire with our experts for framing suggestions.
Condition: A: Mint

Additional Details: Authorized reproduction poster, published with approval of the Estate. This iconic composition by M.C. Escher is one of the most celebrated examples of visual paradox in 20th-century art. Relativity presents a complex architectural environment where multiple gravitational perspectives coexist simultaneously. Staircases intersect and overlap in impossible ways, while figures move in different orientations, each bound to their own sense of “down.” Executed with meticulous precision, the image demonstrates Escher’s mastery of perspective, geometry, and illusion. The interplay of light, shadow, and structure creates a convincing yet ultimately impossible world, inviting viewers to question perception and spatial logic. Escher’s work bridges art and mathematics, transforming intellectual concepts into visually engaging compositions that reward close and repeated viewing. Relativity remains a cornerstone of optical art and a defining image of modern visual thought. A compelling and timeless piece for collectors of modern prints, architecture-inspired imagery, and conceptual art. Framing available upon request.