“Metamorphosis III excerpt 8” is an artwork by the artist M.C. Escher, created during the years 1967 to 1968. This work is part of the Op Art movement and exemplifies the genre of tessellation. The artwork belongs to the “Metamorphosis” series.
The artwork showcases Escher’s renowned ability to manipulate space and perspective. It begins with a depiction of a chessboard with several chess pieces, transitioning seamlessly into a checkerboard pattern. This pattern gradually morphs into a complex, linear arrangement of the word ‘Metamorphose’ repeated and interwoven, emphasizing the theme of transformation and continuity. The visual progression highlights Escher’s mastery in creating a fluid metamorphosis from representational to abstract forms, maintaining a sense of order and unity throughout the composition.
