Morano Calabria (1930) by M.C. Escher

The artwork titled “Morano Calabria” was created by the renowned artist M.C. Escher in the year 1930. This piece is associated with the Realism art movement and falls under the genre of landscape art.

“Morano Calabria” features a meticulously detailed depiction of the Italian town of Morano Calabro set against a mountainous backdrop. The artwork reveals Escher’s keen eye for intricate design, showcasing a landscape where the tightly clustered buildings of the town spread across a hilly terrain. The sharp contrast between light and shadow highlights the textures of the terrain and architecture. The mountainous background adds depth to the scene, with serene clouds and peaks creating a sense of grandeur and scale. The meticulous linear work typical of Escher’s style offers a sense of both complexity and order, making it a compelling representation of a tranquil yet structured landscape.

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