M.C. Escher Pop-Ups

M.C. Escher Pop-Ups by Thames And Hudson

Produced in association with the Escher estate, this book presents some of the artist s most intriguing works in original three-dimensional pop-ups. These marvelous paper constructions allow us to appreciate in new ways the artist s impossible geometry and his themes of infinity and paradox The book also features quotes from Escher on the original pieces of art as well as reproductions of a number of his other works.

'One of the most ambitious pop-up books projects of all time … a great introduction to the famous Dutch artist’s graphic work' - Creative Review
'Art and mathematics combine in this 3D homage … Tricky concepts of infinity, paradox and perspective are re-imagined in playful form as his famous woodcuts and drawings rise triumphantly from the page to refute any allegations of their nonsensical impossibility' - Daily Telegraph
'Only those who attempt the absurd will achieve the impossible' - MC.Escher

Courtney Watson McCarthy is a paper engineer and graphic designer. With a degree in Theatrical Scenic Design, she worked as a model builder and designer in a variety of fields before discovering the magic of movable books. She is a member of the Movable Book Society and SCBWI.

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ISBN 13	9780500515907
ISBN 10	0500515905
Titel	M.C. Escher Pop-Ups
Autor	Thames And Hudson
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Bindungsart	Hardback
Verlag	Thames & Hudson Ltd
Erscheinungsjahr	2011-09-12
Seitenanzahl	16
Hinweis auf dem Einband	Die Abbildung des Buches dient nur Illustrationszwecken, die tatsächliche Bindung, das Cover und die Auflage können sich davon unterscheiden.
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