Genazzano, Abruzzi 1929

"Genazzano, Abruzzi" (1929) is a woodcut by the Dutch graphic artist M.C. Escher. The artwork depicts a densely packed Italian town nestled among hills. Escher’s meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate portrayal of each building, with its windows and doors carefully rendered. The use of a limited palette of browns and grays creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. This cityscape, although seemingly realistic, is representative of Escher’s interest in exploring the relationship between two-dimensional representation and three-dimensional reality.