Escher in The Palace: Entry Ticket
Highlight
- Discover the enduring exhibit highlighting the renowned artist from the Netherlands, M.C. Escher
- Delve into a majority of Escher's creations in the picturesque ex-Winter Palace of Queen Mother Emma of the Netherlands - a truly unique spot in The Hague
- Observe your perceptions and viewpoints shift in Escher's Room and view the 7-meter long Metamorphosis III
Summary
Description
To truly grasp the essence of this exhibit honoring M.C. Escher, one must witness it firsthand. This assortment features endless staircases, inconceivable ziggurats, and animals undergoing transformation. Explore the mind-bending pieces that captivated audiences worldwide, housed in the historic Winter Palace once belonging to Queen Mother Emma of the Netherlands, located in The Hague.
In Lange Voorhout Palace, the walls are now adorned with the imaginative works of M.C. Escher (1898-1972), creating a surreal world of optical illusions.Enter Escher's Room to experience a fun exploration of perspectives, where individuals may appear taller than their actual height.
Prepare to be astonished and maybe slightly perplexed by the 7-meter long Metamorphosis III. This enormous artwork illustrates a natural connection between reality and fantasy, showcasing his iconic black-and-white patterns, animals, flowers, and birds.
You can find nearly all of Escher's artwork displayed at the ex-Winter Palace of Queen Mother Emma of the Netherlands. Get set to explore Escher through various groundbreaking exhibits, and brace yourself for your brain to be appropriately puzzled.