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Anamorphosis
Anamorphosis

Anamorphosis

Genres

AnimationDocumentary

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The Quays' interest in esoteric illusions finds its perfect realization in this fascinating animated lecture on the art of anamorphosis. This artistic technique, often used in the 16th- and 17th centuries, utilizes a method of visual distortion with which paintings, when viewed from different angles, mischievously revealed hidden symbols.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

15 mins

Rating

6.5/10

Release Date

09 April 1993

Country

United Kingdom

Cast

Witold Schejbal

Witold Schejbal

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