Auction 54, Sunshine & Sales, March 31st
Tue, Mar 31, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 480
Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898-1972) : Balcony (1945), Original Lithograph, Signed & Numbered
Estimate: $75 - $150
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
Description
A rare, original lithograph titled Balcony (1945) by the celebrated Dutch graphic artist M.C. Escher. The piece is an iconic example of the artist's use of surrealist architectural perspectives and optical illusions, a signature of his work.
Artwork Details:
- Artist: Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898-1972)
- Title: Balcony (original Dutch title: Balcon)
- Medium: Lithograph
- Date: July 1945
- Edition: This piece is from a limited edition, numbered (e.g., No. 8/26, actual number on your piece) in pencil in the lower left margin.
- Signature: Signed in pencil by the artist, typically in the lower right margin. The signature "MCE" with the date "VII-'45" is also signed in the plate (within the image).
- Dimensions: H:26in W:22in
Condition: Has some staining please review photos
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