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Fine Art Print : Kanizsa triangle
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Kanizsa triangle
Kanizsa triangle. This image appears to depict a solid triangle overlaying another triangle. This triangle looks brighter than the background. In fact there is no triangle. In reality there are just three cutaway triangles and three arrow shapes. Illusory contours are created to surround a shape that is not there. This is probably caused by our brain interpreting our surroundings and trying to extrapolate from fragmentary data. However, there is still no definitive explanation for this phenomenon
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Ambiguity Ambiguous Neuroscience Optical Illusion Perception Psychology Triangle Triangular Trick Trickery Vision Vision Visual Visual Trick
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the intriguing world of optical illusions with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. Feast your eyes on the captivating Kanizsa Triangle by Science Photo Library. At first glance, it may seem like a simple triangle image. But look closer, and you'll uncover the deception. This illusion, created by the interplay of black and white shapes, challenges our perception and engages the mind. Bring this thought-provoking artwork into your home or office and start a conversation. Experience the power of art to transform your space and inspire your imagination.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 42cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Science Photo Library showcases the enigmatic Kanizsa triangle, a visual illusion that challenges our perception and understanding of reality. At first glance, it appears to depict a solid triangle superimposed on another triangle, with the foreground shape appearing brighter than its background. However, upon closer examination, we discover that there is no actual triangle present. In truth, this optical illusion tricks our minds through illusory contours. The image consists of three cutaway triangles and three arrow shapes strategically arranged to create subjective contours that enclose an imaginary shape. Our brain instinctively tries to make sense of incomplete information by filling in the missing pieces and constructing a cohesive object where none exists. The Kanizsa triangle phenomenon remains intriguing to scientists and psychologists alike as they delve into the complexities of human vision and perception. It highlights how our brains interpret visual stimuli based on fragmentary data, often leading us astray in perceiving what is truly before us. While various theories attempt to explain this perplexing trickery of vision – such as neural processes or cognitive biases – no definitive explanation has been reached yet. Nevertheless, this mesmerizing print serves as a reminder of how easily our senses can be deceived and prompts us to question the reliability of our own perceptions in an ambiguous world filled with illusions.
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