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The Endless Staircase Illusion: From Escher to Haunted Houses
We trace the endless staircase illusion from Lionel Penrose’s original concept, through M.C. Escher’s art, to its adoption in haunted houses, stagecraft and modern Halloween décor. The episode also touches on related visual trends like the reverse mermaid costume and how a 2003 solar storm became part of Halloween lore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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