Cave Dwellings (near Sperlinga), Sicily 1933

"Cave Dwellings (near Sperlinga), Sicily" is a 1933 woodcut by M.C. Escher, known for his intricate and often impossible architectural imagery. This work showcases Escher's early exploration of perspective and the interplay of light and shadow, depicting a shadowy cave interior with a glimpse of a sunlit landscape beyond. The stark contrasts and textured lines of the woodcut lend a sense of depth and mystery to the scene, drawing viewers into the enigmatic world of Escher's imagination.