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Penrose stairs, artwork

Penrose stairs. Computer artwork of Einstein characters climbing a set of Penrose stairs. 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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Albert Einstein Ambiguity Ambiguous Blocks Building Block Caricature Character Characters Climbing 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


27x27 inch Poster Print

Step into the realm of the impossible with our Media Storehouse Penrose Stairs Poster Prints. Featuring the iconic artwork by Science Photo Library, these prints showcase the famous Penrose stairs, an optical illusion created by renowned physicist Roger Penrose. With Einstein characters climbing an impossible set of stairs, these prints are not just visually striking, but also a fascinating exploration of the boundaries of perception. Bring this thought-provoking artwork into your home or office and spark intrigue and conversation among your guests. Order your Penrose Stairs Poster Print today and challenge the limits of reality.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")

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.


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This print showcases the mind-bending concept of Penrose stairs, brought to life through intricate computer artwork. The impossible figure, originally conceived by physicist Roger Penrose and famously utilized by M C Escher in his illustration Ascending and Descending, is a visual marvel that challenges our perception of reality. Against a clean white background, we see Einstein characters fearlessly ascending this perplexing staircase. Each step appears to be of equal size as they climb in one vertical direction, yet the staircase mysteriously loops back onto itself. This optical illusion creates an ambiguous and illusory effect that leaves viewers questioning its mathematical feasibility. The artistry behind this piece lies not only in its execution but also in the psychological impact it has on our minds. As we gaze at these caricature-like figures navigating the impossible steps with ease, we are reminded of the power of vision and how easily it can be deceived. Constructed from cut-out building blocks resembling Legos, this artwork exemplifies both creativity and mathematical precision. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity while simultaneously highlighting the limitations of what can be physically created versus what can be drawn or imagined. With its blend of mathematics, perception tricks, and artistic flair, this print captures the essence of an iconic masterpiece created by Science Photo Library's collaboration with renowned scientists and artists alike.

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