Atrani, Coast of Amalfi 1931

"Atrani, Coast of Amalfi" is a 1931 pencil drawing by Dutch graphic artist M.C. Escher. This piece depicts the town of Atrani, Italy, nestled between two rocky cliffs. Escher’s drawing shows the city from a high vantage point, illustrating the town’s unique position on the Amalfi Coast. The use of shading creates depth and volume in the composition, highlighting the architectural details of the buildings and the rugged texture of the cliffs. Escher is renowned for his intricate and often paradoxical imagery, and this work showcases his keen observation of the natural world and his ability to translate it into captivating visual art.