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The world of M.C. Escher

The world of M.C. Escher

Here, the museum publishes articles on the life and work of M.C. Escher, organised into five categories. Jumping through time but always in the now. All year round you can enjoy background stories, anecdotes and trivia about this fascinating artist.

Prints, drawings and applied art

Prints, drawings and applied art

Here you will find all articles relating to a specific print, a combination of prints, drawings and preparatory studies, and the applied art created by Escher. The articles are arranged chronologically, ending with the last print he produced: Snakes.

The people around Escher

The people around Escher

Here you will find articles about people who played an artistic or professional role in Escher’s life. He knew most of them personally.

The life and travels of Escher

The life and travels of Escher

Here you will find articles about Escher’s personal life, key events in it, and the journeys he undertook. The articles are arranged in chronological order, where possible.

The art world surrounding Escher

The art world surrounding Escher

Here you will find articles that explore how Escher’s work fits into art history and popular culture, as well as artists who have been influenced by him but whom he never met.

The Palace

The Palace

Here you will find articles on the history of the palace on Lange Voorhout, on Queen Mother Emma, and on exhibitions and new acquisitions.