M.C. Escher. The Exhibition
Co-produced by Arthemisia and Fever, a major retrospective dedicated to Dutch graphic artist M.C. Escher (Maurits Cornelis Escher) is coming to London for the first time this summer. The exhibition opens its doors at Somerset House on 5 June.
Due to high demand, weekends can be very busy and entry times may be extended
| Dates | Until 6 Sep 2026 |
| Times | Mon Closed Tue to Sat 10am–7pm Sun 10am–5pm Except Mon 22 Jun: Open 10am–7pm Wed 24 & Thu 25 Jun: Closed Fri 26 Jun: Open 2.30–7pm |
| Space | Embankment Galleries South Wing |
| Price | From £16.50 |
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“...a gripping journey through his metaverse. ★★★★★”
Jonathan Jones, The Guardian
Step into a world where maths and art mix together! Dutch artist M.C. Escher is famous for drawing optical illusions, impossible buildings, and endless patterns. For the first time in London, the exhibition brings together over 150 of his original works from his earliest works to those of his mature period highlighting the techniques and research that shaped his practice. The exhibition guides visitors through the major themes that made the artist famous: from landscapes, tessellations, and metamorphoses, to impossible constructions and the iconic visual paradoxes that make his style instantly recognisable.
You will get to see some of his most famous pieces up close, including Day and Night, Relativity, and Hand with Reflecting Sphere.
It is not just about looking at pictures on a wall. The exhibition includes fun, interactive displays designed for both adults and children. These let you play with the ideas behind his art and see exactly how he created his tricky visual puzzles.
Food & Drink Offers
Make a day of it. Present your exhibition ticket when you visit any of these spots to claim your offer.
Aram by Imad: 10% off total bill
Café Petiole: 15% off total bill | Closed Mondays
Poon's at Somerset House: 10% off total bill | Closed Mondays and Sundays
Spring Restaurant: Complimentary glass of English sparkling wine with any à la carte order | Closed Mondays and Sundays
Header image:
M.C. Escher
Relativity, 1953
Lithograph, 277x292 mm
M.C. Escher Heritage Collection, The Netherlands
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