Due to popular demand, opening hours have been extended for the NGV’s world premiere exhibition, Escher X nendo | Between Two Worlds for its final week 1-7 April 2019. Visitors will have access to the exhibition from 8am every morning, with special late night programming from 6-10pm across 4-7 April on offer, including music, bars and dining.
Escher X nendo | Between Two Worlds is the first exhibition in the world to feature the extraordinary work of Dutch graphic artist M. C. Escher in dialogue with the work of acclaimed Japanese design studio nendo, led by designer Oki Sato.
Seamlessly presenting the worlds of one of the 20th century’s most recognisable artists and one of the 21st century’s most inventive designers, the exhibition features more than 150 of Escher’s most renowned prints and drawings from the collection of Gemeentemuseum in The Hague, presented in an immersive exhibition space designed by nendo, alongside never-before-seen work from the design studio.
Tony Ellwood AM, Director, NGV said, ‘We are happy to offer even more access allowing more visitors to experience Escher X nendo | Between Two Worlds. This exhibition has provided a unique opportunity to experience art through the lens of design and the Gallery is pleased to offer extended viewing hours for all to enjoy the rich work of M. C. Escher paired with nendo’s exceptional design.’
Escher X nendo | Between Two Worlds is on display until 7 April 2019 at NGV International, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, Australia. Tickets and information are available from the NGV website NGV.MELBOURNE. Adult $28 | Concession $24.50 | Child (5–15 years) $10 | Family (2 adults + 3 children) $65.
