Discover Escher
Step into the enchanting world of Maurits C. Escher at Escher in The Palace. Discover more than 120 of his masterpieces, ranging from early Italian landscapes to the world-famous Metamorphoses. Experience the unique splendour of Escher's impossible buildings and revolutionary tessellations, all displayed in Queen Mother Emma's majestic winter palace. Delve into Escher's art and history with a simple click on the buttons below.
M.C. Escher, Day and Night, woodcut in black and grey, printed from two blocks, February 1938
M.C. Escher, Encounter, lithograph, May 1944
Discover the artist Maurits Cornelis Escher, a man who never lost his fascination with the wonderful world around him. The Netherlands’ most famous printmaker enthrals people young and old with his imaginative worlds in which illusion and amazement are put centre stage.
M.C. Escher, Reptiles, lithograph, March 1943
M.C. Escher, Relativity, lithograph, July 1953
Audio guides
Discover Escher in The Palace with our two audio guides. The Highlights tour discusses the highlights of his oeuvre. The Emma's Winter Palace audio guide focuses on The Palace itself
M.C. Escher, Bond of Union, lithograph, April 1956
M.C. Escher, Plane Filling II, lithograph, July 1957
Visiting a Royal Palace
Queen Emma, the Queen Mother (1858-1934) lived and worked in this former palace from 1901 until she passed away. She also received her official guests and family here. After her death the palace was used by Queens Wilhelmina, Juliana and Beatrix. Over two centuries old, the palace is situated in historic The Hague’s museum quarter on Lange Voorhout, one of the most beautiful avenues in the Netherlands. It is the only public building in The Hague where you can still experience the royal palace atmosphere.
Experience the world of Escher
On the second floor you will learn to see like Escher did, in an interactive exhibition. Puzzle with your eyes, discover with your hands and become part of Escher’s perception.
M.C. Escher, Regelmatige vlakverdeling II, houtsnede in rood, mei 1957
M.C. Escher, Regelmatige vlakverdeling, nr. 99, Oost-indische inkt, potlood en waterverf op papier, augustus 1954 (met in potlood aanwijzingen voor het opnemen ervan in 'Grafiek en tekeningen')
