Optical Illusions Etc...: Ascending & Descending Model Illusion

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Ascending & Descending Model Illusion

Here is an actual model of Escher's Ascending & Descending. It measures Height 17.5 inches, Length 24 inches, Width 24 inches. Dave created this model and was the Overall winner in the HADD7 (Hirst Arts Design Derby) contest that recently concluded on August 30, 2006.

You can read exactly how Dave created this masterpiece here.

But this photo is just the surface, the real art is in the interior rooms. Click on any thumbnail image below to see the detail that Dave created. I especially love the caption Dave wrote for the Monk image below.

Great work Dave.

Dave Barlow
copyright 2006
used w/permission

Brother Aelfric arrives for his first day at the monastery and utters a quiet prayer,
"Please gods, don't make me climb those stairs forever."

Dave Barlow
copyright 2006
used w/permission

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