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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Salvador Dali Aphrodite Surrealist Pendant Fob Charm Bracelet
By Salvador Dalí
Located in New York, NY
Parfums Salvador Dali Aphrodite Surrealist pendant fob charm bracelet, created for the release of Salvador Dali's "Salvador Dali" perfume. The now-iconic pen...
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Mercedes Car Charm, Mid-20th Century, Europe
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 14k yellow gold Mercedes car charm is a perfect gift for a Mercedes lover, car collector or new driver on his or her momentous birthday. An o...
14k Gold
Sterling Silver Vintage Italian Designed Ornate Multi Gemstone Charm Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: sterling silver Length: bracelet will fit up to a 7.5-inch wrist Weight: 51.38 grams
Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver
1970s 12k Gold Plated Charm Bracelet - 1 Of 20
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step back in time with this stunning 1970s 12k Gold Plated Charm Bracelet, a rare piece that is one of only 20 ever made. Each bracelet carries its unique personal charms, reflecting...
$1,500
H 0.75 in W 0.83 in D 0.48 in
Edwardian Signed Whiteside & Blank 14k Gold Fox Hunt Charm for a Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine signed Edwardian fox hunt charm. In 14 karat yellow gold. By Whiteside & Blank. Comprised of a fox head mounted on gold trumpet that is w...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Alex Jona Burmese Spinel 18 Karat Rose Gold Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold chain bracelet with Burmese Spinel bead pendants, total carats 14.85. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for...
Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Frog Link Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold frog link bracelet. Dimensions: 17 cm Lenght / 1 cm Width. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their s...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiac Star Astrological Signs Vintage Rare 18K Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Tysons, VA
Rare and highly collectible Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiac Star Astrological Signs bracelet crafted in 18K yellow gold, dating to the 1970s–1980s period. This exceptional vintage piec...
18k Gold
$1,255
W 1.03 in L 7.88 in
Christian Lacroix Vintage Gold Firework Flower Charms Chunky Linked Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Vintage Spark Firework Flower 5 Charm Chunky Linked Modernist Elegant Chunky Statement Bracelet, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, b...
Gold Plate
Alex Jona Pink Sapphire 18 Karat Rose Gold Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold chain bracelet with pink sapphire bead pendants. total carats 15.20, Dimen...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Christian Dior Gold-Tone CD Bracelet
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Christian Dior Gold-tone “CD” bracelet featuring a fancy chain, a center “CD”, a lobster claw fastening. Length: 7.4in. (19cm) Circa: 1990s In good vintage condition. Made in Franc...
Alex Jona Multi-Coin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold chain bracelet. A multitude of gold coins in various sizes dangle from the 3in-99cm long, chain. Total length : 7"-18cm : 18K yellow gold 18k coins...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Black and Ice Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold diamond bracelet, featuring 4.80 carats of briolette cut black & ice diamonds. Total length: 7.5 in. Alex Jo...
Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold