22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Artistic
Escher's Labyrinth

This captivating black-and-white photograph transforms a modern library into an abstract labyrinth of infinite staircases and mirrored reflections. By playing with spatial illusion, the image breaks the boundaries of reality, creating a surreal, multidimensional world reminiscent of Escher's impossible structures. The repetition of geometric elements, coupled with the stark contrast of light and shadow, invites viewers to explore an endless journey through a space where logic and perspective intertwine in mesmerizing ways.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 04.2021
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: chongqing, China
Camera: iPhone 12 Pro Max
Copyright: © Yuepeng Bao