The Hague Escher in Het Paleis Exhibition Tickets

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Discover the amazing world of the famous artist M.C Escher with this ticket to the Escher in Het Paleis exhibition in The Hague, The Netherlands . Visit the interior of this museum, housed in the former Royal Palace, and see more than 150 masterpieces by Escher. You'll see fascinating creations such as the 7-metre Metamorphosis III to infinite staircases and unique geometric patterns.

Enjoy a journey through the mind of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century and be amazed by his impossible perspectives, magnificent prints and revolutionary optical illusions .

  • Explore a world full of optical illusions with this ticket to the Escher in Het Paleis exhibition in The Hague.
  • Discover an extensive collection of MC Escher's works in the beautiful former winter palace of Queen Mother Emma of the Netherlands.
  • See more than 120 prints by the Dutch artist, including Metamorphosis III .
  • Learn about Escher's life and work in the video room and enter the Escher Room to play with perspectives.

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Discover the intriguing world of Escher with this ticket to the Escher in Het Paleis exhibition in The H ague. Visit the majestic Lange Voorhout Palace to discover the extraordinary universe of the famous M.C. Escher and marvel at his impressive collection of graphic artworks . You will see everything from famous woodcuts to revolutionary optical illusions such as the Escher Room, which plays with perspective.

Located in the former Winter Palace of Queen Mother Emma of the Netherlands, this exhibition dedicated to M.C. Escher invites you to discover the Dutch artist's twisted works. Through the art of optical illusion, geometry and perspective, you will be transported into a surreal and enigmatic world. Behold the astonishing graphic artworks that abound in this collection and see everything from infinite staircases to impossible ziggurats and metamorphosed animals .

With over 120 detailed woodblock prints, you'll see famous works, from 'Day and Night', where the Dutch landscape is transformed into a flock of birds, to Metamorphosis III, which at 7 metres in length is the largest Escher print .

Marvel at a wide selection of his sketches, etchings and lithographs, which have been a source of inspiration for mathematicians and architects all over the world for years, and then head to the video room to learn about his life and work. You will discover how he approached the creation of his extraordinary graphic work, delve into his story from his youth to his fame and see photographs of Escher' s family.

Learn all about the master of impossible figures, optical illusions and imaginary worlds, and don't leave without visiting the Escher Room on the first floor, which plays with perspective. Become part of Escher's perception and you'll see how you become a giant or a dwarf in a matter of seconds . Take fun photos with your friends in this interactive room and be amazed by Escher's incredible work.

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    We were inspired by Escher's ability to transform the everyday into something extraordinary. His boundless imagination left us with a sense of awe and wonder.
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    F.
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    The Escher exhibition made us question our own perception and how we interpret the world around us. It was an introspective and enriching experience.
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    N.
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    We loved how Escher combined the real with the unreal in his drawings. The perception of the possible and the impossible was blurred in each work.
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    Escher in the Palace is an artistic exhibition that transcends the barriers of time and space. His works are still relevant and captivating today.
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