- M.C. Escher (after), authorized offset on smooth paper (170gsm approx.). 2000s - Plate signed. - Size: 55 x 64,5 cm. - Condition: excellent. Never framed, never exposed. - Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898-1972), commonly known as M.C. Escher, was a Dutch graphic artist renowned for his mathematically inspired woodcuts, lithographs, and mezzotints. Born in Leeuwarden, Netherlands, Escher initially pursued architecture but soon switched to graphic arts. His work is celebrated for its intricate designs, impossible constructions, and explorations of infinity, tessellations, and symmetry. Escher's art is characterized by its optical illusions and imaginative constructions that challenge the viewer's perception of reality. His fascination with mathematics and geometry is evident in his works, where he skillfully manipulates perspective to create complex and mind-bending scenes. Escher's notable works include "Relativity," "Waterfall," and "Ascending and Descending," which continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Escher's works are highly valued in the art market, with his pieces fetching substantial sums at auctions. His unique style and technical mastery have made his prints and drawings highly collectible. Prices for Escher's original works can range from tens of thousands to over a million dollars, depending on the rarity and significance of the piece. "Drawing Hands," created in 1948, is one of Escher's most iconic works. This lithograph features two hands emerging from a single sheet of paper, each drawing the other into existence. The piece is a brilliant example of Escher's exploration of paradox and illusion, blurring the boundaries between art and reality. The meticulous detail and the conceptual depth of "Drawing Hands" showcase Escher's extraordinary talent and his ability to engage viewers in a visual and intellectual dialogue. Escher's legacy endures through his groundbreaking contributions to art and his ability to inspire curiosity and wonder. "Drawing Hands" epitomizes his mastery of technique and his innovative approach to visual perception, making it a timeless piece that continues to fascinate and inspire. Artists of similar importance: Basquiat, Picasso, Hockney, Lichtenstein, Miro, Banksy, Brainwash, Delaunay, Nara, Soulages, Lagasse, Ramos, Warhol, Lautrec, Klimt, Matisse, Hirst, Chagall, Koons, Haring, Indiana, Mondrian, Groening, Richter, Monroe, Kusama, Murakami, Testa, Villemot, Oldenburg, Hopper, Ripolles, Wesselmann, Magritte, Jenk, Orlinski, Wille, Rizzi, Manara, Thiebaud, Herrera, Laurent, Klein, Coa, Dior, Vuitton, Kaws, Valentino, Cappiello, Rothko, Dalí, among others. # nouveau, oriental, asiatico, regalo, cojines, ideas, cama, sofa, silla, mantel, tapiz, elegancia, country, brocante, bronce, oro, raro, marfil, plata, ct, quilates, deco, cortinas, cojín, chic, leopardo, elefante, mono, tkanina, kangas, tissu, kangast, frey, panini, pokemon, star wars, marilyn monroe, diseño de interiores, antigüedad, pop, antiguo, cristal, exclusivo, eclectico, numerado, decoracion, poster, reloj, ormolu, espejo, retro, vintage, coleccionista, madera, vidrio, luxury, malaquita, piedra, rubí, rojo rabino, azul, diamante, brillante, anillo, collar, arete, bronce, louis, rolex, terciopelo, jean-michel basquiat, pablo picasso, david hockney, roy lichtenstein, joan miro, banksy, pierre soulages, karl lagasse, mel ramos, andy warhol, toulouse lautrec, gustav klimt, henri matisse, damien hirst, jeff koons, keith haring, matt groening, gerhard richter, yayoi kusama, mark rothko, takashi murakami, armando testa, bernard villemot, georges braque, juan garcia ripolles, rene magritte, laurence jenk, richard orlinski, magistretti, gauguin, monet, cezanne, van gogh, fernando botero, alex katz, georges braque, ommo wille, james rizzi, milo manara, wayne thiebaud, leonetto cappiello, kandinsky, salvador dalí, giovanni buffa, aldo tura, wendell castle, eames, ponti, florence knoll, minimalista, coa, artificial, token, certificate, crypto, limitado, enmarcado, industrial, corbusier, breuer, moda, lino, lujo, sex, nude, erotic, sea, mont blanc, porche, nintendo, apple, the beatles, rolling stones, carolina herrera, gucci, prada, calvin klein, christian dior, chanel, hermes, louis vuitton, loewe, artemide, kartell, lego, omega, cartier, alessi, the simpsons, playmobil, messi, disney, drawing, cel, barbie, kaws, pendientes, reloj, estatua, escultura, bonsai, antiguedades, patchwork, tela