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Penrose stairs, artwork

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Penrose stairs, artwork

Penrose stairs, computer artwork. This is an impossible figure created by the physicist Roger Penrose and used by M C Escher in his illustration Ascending and Descending. The staircase loops back to join itself whilst still appearing to have steps of the same size throughout, all going in one vertical direction. This is an example of an object that can be drawn but not created

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Ambiguity Ambiguous Blocks Building Block Illusion Illusory Impossible Figure Impossible Object Lego Mathematical Mathematics Maths Optical Illusion Perception Psychology Stair Case Stairs Step Steps Trick Trickery Vision Vision Visual Visual Trick


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This print showcases the mesmerizing Penrose stairs, a renowned artwork created by physicist Roger Penrose and famously used by M C Escher in his illustration Ascending and Descending. The image depicts an impossible figure, where a staircase seems to loop back onto itself while maintaining the appearance of steps of equal size throughout its vertical direction. Against a clean white background, this intricate illustration plays with our perception and challenges our understanding of reality. The composition combines elements of vision, psychology, mathematics, and artistry to create an optical illusion that leaves viewers puzzled yet fascinated. With its red accents adding depth and intrigue to the scene, this ambiguous visual trick invites us into a world where logic is defied. Constructed using cut-outs resembling building blocks or Lego pieces, these impossible stairs represent an object that can be drawn but not physically constructed. As we delve into the realm of illusory perception and mathematical ambiguity through this artwork's lens, it reminds us of the boundless creativity that lies within human imagination. This exceptional photograph from Science Photo Library captures the essence of this iconic piece without mentioning any commercial use. It serves as a testament to both scientific exploration and artistic expression intertwined in perfect harmony.

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