Waves 1918

"Waves", a woodcut created by M.C. Escher in 1918, captures the dynamic energy of the ocean. Escher’s early work often featured natural elements and a focus on detail. The artwork depicts a series of waves, their movement and form conveyed through intricate lines and a contrasting light and dark scheme. The waves are rendered in a simplified yet expressive style, reminiscent of Japanese woodblock prints, a style that influenced Escher's early art.