Knots 1965

M.C. Escher created this print, titled 'Knots,' using an unknown medium. Escher lived through both World Wars, a period that brought major shifts in understanding identity, challenging the status quo of who we are and how we relate to each other. Escher's work often delves into the perplexing depths of perception. ‘Knots’ uses geometric shapes, woven into a never-ending loop. It reflects the growing sense of a changing world and the intertwining, sometimes conflicting, aspects of personal and collective identity. Escher’s work can be seen as a reaction to the turbulent times, presenting visual metaphors for the complex and fluid nature of identity. Escher’s exploration of infinite loops subtly mirrors the ongoing dialogue about identity—a discussion that continues to evolve and loop back on itself, prompting continuous reflection. It reminds us that like the geometric shapes, our identities are always in motion, molded by our interaction with the world and the people around us.