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M. C. Escher Arabic calligraphy name design no.14
Text is the name of artist M.C. Escher in Arabic script composed in the style of Escher's artwork.
Part of a portfolio of 16 variations, this one is in the form of Islamic patterns that Escher himself observed and sketched
on his visits to Alhambra palace in Granada in 1922 and 1936. The repeat patterns of Islamic art
Influenced Escher's art and its development into a fascinating world of natural forms in tiling compositions.

Limited edition of 24 inkjet prints signed and numbered by the artist
© Mamoun Sakkal 2006

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