M.C. Escher: The Graphic Work offers a captivating introduction to the mesmerizing world of Dutch artist M.C. Escher. Featuring 96 pages of lithographs and woodcuts, the book explores his signature graphic language—impossible staircases, tessellating birds, Möbius strips, and optical illusions that challenge perception. Escher’s work, rooted in mathematics and visual riddles, blends decorative elegance with psychological depth and psychedelic intrigue .

Born in 1898 in the Netherlands, Escher gained early recognition for landscapes before discovering the power of Moorish patterns during a 1920s visit to the Alhambra. His art evolved into a symphony of figures and space, combining quirky viewpoints, multiple perspectives, and intricate puzzles that push the boundaries between surface and volume.

Ideal for art lovers, math enthusiasts, and graphic design aficionados, this hardback edition from Taschen’s Basic Art series provides around 100 key works with clear commentary—transforming Escher’s complex visual genius into an accessible feast for curious minds.