The M.C. Escher Exhibition: the must-see exhibition dedicated to the master of optical illusions is finally open—150 works that will challenge your senses…

A true retrospective of the artist

The exhibition coming to Montreal begins with a journey through the life of M.C. Escher. From his Art Nouveau -inspired beginnings to his enchanting travels, the exhibition highlights the key moments of the artist’s career.

Each period, each landscape, sharpens M.C. Escher’s talent for perspective and optical illusions. Some of these captivating works will be featured throughout the retrospective, such as Up and Down or Relativity.

Interactive exhibits

Unlike a traditional exhibition, the M.C. Escher exhibition invites you to become an integral part of the art.

Inthe Infinity Room, you’ll be surroundedby a multitude of mirrors, just like in M .C. Escher’s painting Depth . Then, the tour continues to the Relativity Room, where you’ll appear very small or very large—depending on where you stand. And to conclude this immersive experience, the interactive print gallery immerses you in the work “Print Gallery,” where art and mathematics reign supreme.

It’s a true journey through the world of M.C. Escher that is not to be missed.

Before coming to Montreal, the M.C. Escher exhibition captivated Paris and Toulouse. In both cities, visitors left in awe of the artist’s works.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent presentation of the works and the exhibition layout, both in terms of the artist’s aesthetic and the concrete, clear explanations of what his work represents in everyday life. Renan J.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Superb exhibition. Immersive and hypnotic! Genevieve.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐A fascinating and very accessible exhibition that truly delves into the world of Escher’s optical illusions and impossible perspectives. Lea C.

🏺M.C. Escher – Exhibition

📍312 Sainte-Catherine Street West

📅 Various showtimes