Sphere Spirals 1958

M.C. Escher made this print called "Sphere Spirals," and it's all about lines, color, and where they take you. The marks here have a kind of precision that's almost mathematical, but I think there's also something playful about the way he uses them to create these spiraling bands that twist around the sphere. The colors—red, orange, and yellow—feel warm and inviting, while the black and white grid underneath gives it this sort of grounded, architectural quality. Look closely at where the spirals intersect with the grid; it's like Escher is bending space and time, making us question what's real and what's not. It reminds me of Sol LeWitt, with that same dedication to system and variation, but Escher brings this extra layer of illusion and mystery. Ultimately, it's a piece that celebrates the endless possibilities of perception, a reminder that there's always more than meets the eye.