Salvador Dalí Art
Spanish, 1904-1989
Instantly recognizable by his waxed, upturned mustache, the flamboyant Salvador Dalí is one of modern art’s most distinctive figures. He is also one of the icons of the 20th-century avant-garde Surrealist movement, whose dreamlike images, drawn from the depths of the unconscious, he deployed in paintings, sculptures, prints and fashion, as well as in film collaborations with Luis Buñuel and Alfred Hitchcock.
Dalí was born in Figueres, Catalonia, and even as a youngster, displayed the sensitivity, sharp perception and vivid imagination that would later define his artworks. In these, he conjured childhood memories and employed religious symbols and Freudian imagery like staircases, keys and dripping candles to create unexpected, often shocking pieces.
Dalí's use of hyperrealism in conveying Surrealist symbols and concepts that subvert accepted notions of reality is epitomized in what is perhaps his most recognizable painting, The Persistence of Memory (1931), in which he depicts the fluidity of time through melting clocks, their forms inspired by Camembert cheese melting in the sun. His artistic genius, eccentric personality and eternal quest for fame made him a global celebrity.
“Each morning when I awake, I experience again a supreme pleasure,” he once said. “That of being Salvador Dalí.”
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Artist: Salvador Dalí
Dealer: End to End Gallery
Alchimie des Philosophes L'Immortalite
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Hollywood, FL
ARTIST: Salvador Dali
TITLE: Alchimie des Philosophes L'Immortalite
MEDIUM: Etching on Parchment Paper
SIGNED: Hand Signed
PUBLISHER: Ar...
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1970s Surrealist Salvador Dalí Art
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Aurelia Visage Surrealiste
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Hollywood, FL
ARTIST: Salvador Dali
TITLE: Aurelia Visage Surrealiste
MEDIUM: Etching
SIGNED: Hand Signed
PUBLISHER: Editions d'Art de Francony, Paris
EDITION NUMBER: 15/175
MEASUREMENTS: ...
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1970s Surrealist Salvador Dalí Art
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La Venus aux Fourrures Woman With Crutch
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Hollywood, FL
ARTIST: Salvador Dali
TITLE: La Venus Aux Fourrures Woman with Crutch
MEDIUM: Etching
SIGNED: Hand Signed
PUBLISHER: Editions Argillet, Paris
EDITION NUMBER: 25/145
MEASUREMENTS: 11" x 15"
YEAR: 1968
FRAMED: No
CONDITION: Excellent
AUTHENTICITY: This piece has been certified by The Salvador Dali Archives.
The Salvador Dali Archives, located in New York, is a private repository of information about Salvador Dali, established with the approval of the artist by Albert Field over 50 years ago.
The Archives, under the direction of Albert Field's successor, Frank Hunter, is able to provide an Authentication Service to owners of Dali prints and other Dali works.
The Salvador Dali Archives is used by major Auction Houses, Art Dealers and Collectors to Authenticate works by Salvador Dali.
REFERENCE: The Official Catalog of The Works of Salvador Dali by Albert Field page 40...
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1960s Surrealist Salvador Dalí Art
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- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024The most famous painting by Salvador Dalí is arguably the Surrealist painting The Persistence of Memory. Produced in 1931, the piece depicts the fluidity of time through melting clocks, their forms inspired, Dalí stated, by Camembert cheese melting in the sun. Other famous works by Dalí include Dream Caused by the Flight of a Bee Around a Pomegranate a Second Before Awakening, The Great Masturbator and The Temptation of Saint Anthony. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Salvador Dalí art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Salvador Dalí worked in many different mediums during his artistic career. He created paintings, sculptures, prints and clothing, and his work also includes film collaborations with Luis Buñuel and Alfred Hitchcock. Some of his most famous works include The Persistence of Memory, Dream Caused by the Flight of a Bee Around a Pomegranate a Second Before Awakening, The Disintegration of the Persistence of Memory, The Hallucinogenic Toreador and The Temptation of St. Anthony. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Salvador Dalí art.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024Salvador Dalí's most famous painting is called The Persistence of Memory. It depicts the fluidity of time through melting clocks, their forms inspired by Camembert cheese melting in the sun. The piece embodies Dalí's use of hyperrealism in conveying Surrealist symbols and concepts that subvert accepted notions of reality. The Spanish artist produced the painting in 1931, and today it is a part of the collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Salvador Dalí art.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024What is unique about Salvador Dalí art is its dreamlike imagery, drawn from the depths of the unconscious. He used hyperrealism to convey Surrealist symbols and concepts that subvert accepted notions of reality. You can see this clearly reflected in what is perhaps his most recognizable painting, The Persistence of Memory (1931), in which he depicts the fluidity of time through melting clocks, their forms inspired by Camembert cheese melting in the sun. Although the scene is one of fantasy, Dalí rendered each object in a manner that makes the elements look as lifelike and realistic as possible rather than abstracting their forms. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Salvador Dalí art.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024How you can know if your Dalí is real depends on whether you have a painting or a print. For prints, one of the best ways to assess authenticity is to compare details, such as the position and size of the signature and the dimensions of the image, to information published in a well-researched catalogue of the artist's work, which you can find online and in some libraries. For paintings, you can compare the artist's signature with images shared on trusted online resources. Because there are many counterfeits of the Spanish artist's work, it is a good idea to get an expert opinion from a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Salvador Dalí art.
- How many paintings did Dalí do?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Salvador Dalí did more than 1,500 paintings over the course of his decades-long career. His works, like The Persistence of Memory and the Dream Caused by the Flight of a Bee Around a Pomegranate a Second Before Awakening helped to define the Surrealist art movement. Not just a painter, Dalí also produced lithographs, illustrations and designs for fashion, theatrical costumes and theatrical set pieces. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Salvador Dalí art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The style of Salvador Dalí's art was Surrealist. In fact, he is one of the best-known icons of this 20th-century avant-garde art movement. Dalí employed dreamlike images, drawn from the depths of the unconscious, in his paintings, sculptures, prints and fashion, as well as in film collaborations with Luis Buñuel and Alfred Hitchcock. Explore a variety of Salvador Dalí art on 1stDibs.
- Are Dalí prints worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024Yes, Dalí prints are often worth something and, in some cases, have significant value. For example, a 1935 pencil-signed sepia etching by the Spanish artist called Fantastic Beach Scene fetched more than $72,000 at an auction. Selling prices for Salvador Dalí prints depend on their image quality, type, signature quality, historical significance, condition and other factors. To get an estimated value for a piece you own, consult a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. Find a collection of Salvador Dalí prints on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What the meaning of Salvador Dalí's paintings is largely comes down to personal interpretation. The Spanish artist was a Surrealist who attempted to explore psychology and dreams in his artwork. On 1stDibs, you can find a range of Salvador Dalí.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The art style of Salvador Dalí is Surrealism. The Spanish artist is one of the icons of the 20th-century avant-garde art movement. Surrealism typically features dreamlike images inspired by the depths of the unconscious, and Dalí deployed this approach for paintings, sculptures, prints and fashion, as well as in film collaborations with Luis Buñuel and Alfred Hitchcock. Find a variety of Salvador Dalí art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Many art institutions and collectors own Salvador Dalí paintings. Some of the museums that hold works by the Spanish artist include the Salvador Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida; the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres, Spain; the Museum of Modern Art in New York, New York; and the SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah, Georgia. Fundació Gala Salvador Dalí, a nonprofit foundation, owns the rights to all of Dalí's works. Shop a selection of Salvador Dalí art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The Persistence of Memory was painted in 1931. In the painting, Salvador Dalí depicts the fluidity of time through melting clocks, their forms inspired by Camembert cheese melting in the sun. The work is one of the most famous examples of the 20th-century avant-garde Surrealist movement. Explore a collection of Salvador Dalí art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022After Dali was forced into involuntary retirement, fake prints flooded the market. Very few of Dali’s works were signed after 1980. Arjomari paper, the paper on which Dali worked, changed their mark by adding an infinity symbol. So if you see the infinity symbol and Dali’s signature, the print is a fake. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Salvador Dalí made sculptures. Salvador Dalí was known for his work in Surrealism and his work spans a multitude of repertoires including painting, graphic art, film, photography and sculpture. Some of Salvador Dalí’s most famous sculptures include Lobster Telephone and Mae West Lips Sofa. Shop a selection of Salvador Dali art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Salvador Dali did create jewelry. Dali liked to explore different art mediums and jewelry definitely caught his fancy at one point in his life. His jewelry pieces were works of art in themselves and not mass produced—it was more like wearable miniature art. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
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