Hell, copy after Hiernonymus Bosch 1935

M.C. Escher's "Hell, copy after Hiernonymus Bosch" (1935) is a captivating lithograph that pays homage to the Dutch master's iconic "The Garden of Earthly Delights." Escher masterfully recreates the chaotic, dreamlike atmosphere of Bosch's original, employing his signature style of impossible architecture and distorted perspective. In this rendition, figures contort and interact with each other within a fantastical realm, blurring the lines between reality and illusion. While drawing clear inspiration from Bosch, Escher infuses his own artistic vision, creating a unique and thought-provoking interpretation of the underworld.