Escher X nendo | Between Two Worlds | National Gallery Victoria

February 21, 2019

Escher X nendo | Between Two Worlds is a groundbreaking exhibition that features the work of Dutch artist M. C. Escher in dialogue with the work of acclaimed Japanese design studio nendo.

The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is the oldest and most visited gallery in Australia. Situated over two magnificent buildings – NGV International and NGV Australia – the Gallery hosts a wide range of international and local artists, exhibitions, programs and events; from contemporary art to major international historic exhibitions, fashion and design, architecture, sound and dance.

Founded in 1861, today the NGV holds the most significant collection of art in the region; a vast treasury of more than 70,000 works that span thousands of years and a wealth of ideas, disciplines and styles. It is a collection that is yours, and it’s free! We warmly welcome you to share in these riches and the many activities, exhibitions and events developed at the NGV for us all to enjoy.

Exhibition Dates: Until 7th April 2019

Exhibition Hours: 10:00 AM – 5PM

Venue: NGV International, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne

Google Maps - https://tinyurl.com/y22ze3ga

Website - https://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/whats-on/

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