Tuscania, San Pietro 1959

This drawing of Tuscania, San Pietro, was made by M.C. Escher in 1959. The medium is straightforward: graphite on paper. But the result is far more complex than you might expect. Look closely, and you can see how Escher’s approach to this built environment reveals his keen understanding of geometry and perspective. It's more than just a record of a place; it's an exploration of space itself. The varying densities of marks create a sense of depth and texture, almost as if you could reach out and touch the ancient stones. Escher's approach, though simple in materials, speaks volumes about the built environment. It prompts us to think about how the built environment shapes our perceptions, and to appreciate the handcraft that goes into both drawing and construction.