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👑 Great British Summer Savings applied. This ticket includes the temporary VAT reduction, with the full saving passed on to you. ⭐ After captivating over 20 million visitors worldwide, M. C. Escher - The Exhibition finally arrives in London! Admire over 150 original works by Maurits Cornelis Escher, the master of optical illusions and impossible constructions. Experience a fascinating world of mind-bending perspectives and surreal imagery, brought to life through installations, videos, and interactive learning features that make his art engaging and fun. ❗Due to high demand, weekends can get very busy. You may need to queue for up to 30 minutes. Please come prepared to queue outdoors: allow extra time for entry, bring water and dress comfortably for the wait. Highlights 🎨 Discover the works of M. C. Escher, master of optical illusions and impossible constructions 🧩 Enter a fascinating universe that challenges the laws of perspective ✈️ Explore detailed works inspired by his travels in Italy, rich in realism 🌟 Be captivated by one of the world’s greatest graphic artists 🎧 Enhance your visit with guided tours or audio guides at your own pace 🎁 Gift memories to someone special! Purchase a gift card for M. C. Escher - The Exhibition here 🍝 Get special discounts and promotions at selected restaurants and cafes within Somerset House General Info ⏰ The exhibition is now open until 8 PM on Monday to Sunday. 📅 Dates and times : select your date time directly in the ticket selector ⏳ Duration : approximately 60 - 90 minutes 📍 Location: Embankment Galleries, Somerset House, Strand, London WC2R 1LA 👤 Age requirement : all ages are welcome! ♿ Accessibility : the venue is wheelchair accessible; however, some interactive elements are not accessible for people with reduced mobility ❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here Description Born in 1898 in Leeuwarden, Netherlands, M. C. Escher developed a unique visual language that blended art, mathematics, geometry, and logic to challenge perception itself. Renowned for his surreal imagery, visual paradoxes, and infinite patterns, he became an icon not only among mathematicians and scientists but also with the wider public, captivated by the striking power of his work. His creations form a remarkable meeting point between scientific rigour and poetic imagination, leaving a lasting influence on design, graphic arts, and visual communication. Get your tickets now for M. C. Escher – The Exhibition in London!

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