Fliptomania M.C. Escher Metamorphosis II Animation Flipbook Pocket Size Interactive Art Toy
Why you'll like it
- Mesmerizing Visual Evolution — Experience a fluid optical illusion as bees seamlessly transform into birds and fish with a thumb flick
- Authentic Masterpiece Animation — Brings M.C. Escher's famous Metamorphosis II print to life exactly as the artist envisioned
- Battery Free Interaction — Operates entirely on manual mechanical movement for reliable tactile entertainment anywhere
- Compact Art Collectible — Features a durable glossy cover in a pocket-sized design perfect for office desks or artistic gifts
Product details
Description
The Fliptomania M.C. Escher Metamorphosis II Animation Flipbook brings the illusionary world of the legendary graphic artist straight to your fingertips.
By simply flipping the pages with your thumb, you unlock a mechanical moving film that showcases one of Escher's most celebrated masterpieces. Watch in fascination as the seamless, full-color glossy illustration transitions from bees to hummingbirds, fish, and flying doves in a continuous cycle of optical wonder.
This interactive pocket-sized toy achieves the artist's long-unfulfilled dream of seeing his intricate, repeating tessellation artwork come alive through the medium of fluid animation. Ideal for art lovers, design students, and collectors of unique novelties, this small two by four inch collectible functions entirely on manual operation with zero batteries required.
It serves as an engaging desk accessory or an educational tool that demonstrates the foundational principles of perspective, geometry, and early cinematic frame animation. Dropy India brings this rare, imported keepsake directly to Indian creators and collectors who appreciate authentic global art pieces.
How to use
- Hold the binding edge of the flipbook firmly in one hand.
- Place your other thumb on the outer edge of the pages and slowly release them to watch the optical animation unfold.
- Adjust your flipping speed to accelerate or slow down the visual transformation sequence.
Ingredients
Premium high-density coated paper stock, durable glossy protective cover coating, heavy-duty secure bookbinding adhesives.
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | Fliptomania |
|---|---|
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
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FAQs
How does a flipbook work?
A flipbook works by rapidly showcasing a series of gradual, sequential illustrations on successive pages. When you flip through the pages quickly with your thumb, your eyes blend the static images together, creating the optical illusion of continuous motion.
What specific artwork is featured in this Fliptomania book?
This particular flipbook features M.C. Escher's famous 'Metamorphosis II' artwork. It beautifully displays his iconic tessellations where organisms seamlessly morph into entirely different species.
Does this interactive art toy require assembly?
No assembly is required for this product. The flipbook comes completely pre-assembled, bound, and ready to use straight out of the packaging.
Is this M.C. Escher flipbook an authentic USA import available in India?
Yes, this is an authentic Fliptomania product imported directly from the USA. Dropy sources these collectible flipbooks directly from official American distribution channels to ensure genuine quality for buyers across India.
What are the dimensions of this animation flipbook?
This is the classic small version of the flipbook, measuring approximately two inches by four inches. Its compact size makes it highly portable and easy to operate with one hand.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.