Venice (October 1936) 1936

"Venice (October 1936)" is a 1936 woodcut by Dutch graphic artist M.C. Escher. The artwork depicts a view of Venice, Italy, through a series of arches and columns. Escher's use of black and white creates a stark contrast, highlighting the intricate details of the architecture. The patterned arches and the distant cityscape evoke a sense of depth and perspective, while the overall composition is both realistic and subtly distorted. The artwork exemplifies Escher's fascination with perspective, geometry, and visual illusion, hallmarks of his artistic style.