Take a staircase that leads nowhere, get lost in an infinite triangle, and let yourself be carried away into a world where logic seems to have vanished. Welcome to the universe of M.C. Escher, the Dutch artist who is a master of illusion and visual paradox. Until March 30, 2025, the EDF-Bazacle spaces in Toulouse are hosting an exceptional exhibition dedicated to this genius of drawing and engraving. This is a first in France, and it's an experience that is as playful as it is fascinating, which we share with Actu Toulouse!
Known for his works that challenge the laws of geometry, Escher created over 2,000 drawings and prints. His impossible compositions, infinite worlds, and mind-bending perspectives captivate both art lovers and math enthusiasts. Deeply influenced by his travels to Spain, Italy, and Moorish architecture, Escher skillfully blends artistic traditions with scientific explorations. He draws inspiration from Andalusian vaults, Mediterranean landscapes, and the engravings of Giovanni Battista Piranesi to create a uniquely styled experience where surrealism meets mathematical precision.
An Interactive Immersion at the Boundaries of Reality
The Toulouse exhibition shines a light on all the facets of this visionary artist. Divided into two spaces, it traces the major periods of his work, from meticulous tilings to the most famous optical illusions. Parents and children will be delighted:
Workshops allow you to recreate your geometric patterns, while interactive installations immerse visitors in its illusions. A special mention goes to the experience where both young and old can play with perspectives and become giants next to their loved ones!
With a clever mix of education and visual magic, this exhibition is a true journey through time and space, where you’ll discover an artist who is as scientific as he is dreamlike. Quickly book your tickets: the success is already here, and it would be a shame to miss this date with infinity.
Source: Actu Toulouse
Address: 11 Quai Saint-Pierre, 31000 Toulouse, France
