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Strange creatures, complex tessellations

by Richard Hassell

An exploration of the geometry and methodology behind intricate artworks that combine art, science, and mathematics. Drawing on M.C. Escher's legacy and contemporary mathematics, the featured works reference South-East Asian textiles, patterns, and tribal art.

Accession 12256 ISBN 9789811111174 Publisher Richard Hassell (b.1966)
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