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Salvador Dali

Salvador Dali

Spain • 1904 - 1989 • 2346 followers

The difference between the surrealists and me is that I am surrealist.

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Salvador Dalí (1904–1989) remains one of the most influential figures in the art world, celebrated for his surrealist works that have captivated collectors and art lovers globally. His innovative approach to abstraction, vivid imagination, and technical skill have earned him a permanent place in art history. Dalí's surrealist masterpieces, featuring dreamlike landscapes and symbolic imagery, continue to be among the most sought-after works in the contemporary art market.

In 2024, Dalí's legacy was highlighted through major exhibitions and events. The Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, hosted a groundbreaking immersive experience, offering visitors a deeper understanding of Dalí's artistic genius. Additionally, the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center in Tennessee presented an exhibition of Dalí's powerful illustrations for Dante's Divine Comedy, showcasing his ability to evoke profound emotion and surreal visions through his artwork.

Dalí's works continue to perform exceptionally well in the auction world. His painting Rose Méditative (1958) sold for over $4 million at a Sotheby's auction in Paris in November 2024, significantly surpassing its estimate, further solidifying his appeal to art collectors and investors. Dalí's pieces consistently command impressive prices at major auctions, reinforcing his status as one of the most valuable artists on the market.

Born in Figueres, Spain, Dalí was initially influenced by Impressionism and Cubism before encountering Surrealism in the late 1920s. Inspired by Sigmund Freud's theories on the unconscious, Dalí developed his “paranoiac-critical method," a technique that allowed him to access and depict his subconscious mind, creating some of the most iconic images in modern art. Works like The Persistence of Memory (1931) are symbols of his ability to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.

Dalí's creative talents extended beyond painting to include film, sculpture, and literature. He collaborated with Luis Buñuel on the films Un Chien Andalou (1928) and L'Âge d'Or (1930), which continue to be celebrated for their provocative, surreal imagery. Dalí also wrote The Secret Life of Salvador Dalí (1942), an autobiography that offers insights into his eccentric personality and artistic philosophy.

Dalí's works are housed in major collections worldwide, including the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Spain and the Dalí Museum in Florida. His art continues to inspire new generations of collectors, artists, and art enthusiasts, ensuring his place as one of the most beloved and significant figures in the history of modern art. With his bold, imaginative creations, Salvador Dalí's art continues to shape and inspire the art market and artistic culture globally.

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Print, Le chevalier romain, Salvador Dali

Print . 24.7 x 20 x 1 cm Print . 9.7 x 7.9 x 0.4 inch

CHF 963

Print, Zebulun, Salvador Dali

Print . 65.5 x 50 x 0.1 cm Print . 25.8 x 19.7 x 0 inch

CHF 4,623

Print, The Horse and the Wolf, Salvador Dali

Print . 57 x 76 cm Print . 22.4 x 29.9 inch

CHF 1,926

Print, Eight Mortal Sins Anger, Salvador Dali

Print . 45.08 x 30.48 cm Print . 17.7 x 12 inch

CHF 2,184

Print, Faust Sorcieres au Bali, Salvador Dali

Print . 38.2 x 28.5 cm Print . 15 x 11.2 inch

CHF 3,276

Print, Faust Chevalier a Genou, Salvador Dali

Print . 39 x 29 cm Print . 15.4 x 11.4 inch

CHF 2,403

Fine Art Drawings, Hercules Subduing the Hydra, Salvador Dali

Fine Art Drawings . 38.3 x 56 x 0.1 cm Fine Art Drawings . 15.1 x 22 x 0 inch

Price upon request

Print, L'Académie de Paris, Salvador Dali

Print . 55 x 76 x 1 cm Print . 21.7 x 29.9 x 0.4 inch

CHF 1,830 CHF 1,647

Print, Henry V (a), Salvador Dali

Print . 45 x 31.2 cm Print . 17.7 x 12.3 inch

CHF 867 CHF 650

Print, Arnella The Golden Fleece, Salvador Dali

Print . 64.13 x 50.8 cm Print . 25.2 x 20 inch

CHF 4,587

Print, Dalinean Prophecy, Salvador Dali

Print . 56.57 x 1 x 76.83 cm Print . 22.3 x 0.4 x 30.2 inch

CHF 4,761

Print, Autumn, Salvador Dali

Print . 40 x 31.11 cm Print . 15.7 x 12.2 inch

CHF 5,941

Print, The Fruit Vendor, Salvador Dali

Print . 61 x 47 cm Print . 24 x 18.5 inch

CHF 4,277

Print, Crazy Horse, Salvador Dali

Print . 77.47 x 56.51 cm Print . 30.5 x 22.2 inch

CHF 21,405

Print, Don Quichotte et l'oursin, Salvador Dali

Print . 48.26 x 64.77 cm Print . 19 x 25.5 inch

CHF 21,842

Print, Dali's Inferno, Salvador Dali

Print . 75.56 x 54.61 cm Print . 29.7 x 21.5 inch

CHF 3,276

Print, Fantastic Voyage, Salvador Dali

Print . 76.2 x 55.88 cm Print . 30 x 22 inch

CHF 10,921

Print, Don Quixote, Salvador Dali

Print . 55.88 x 76.2 cm Print . 22 x 30 inch

CHF 19,657

Print, Departure of The Fisherman, Salvador Dali

Print . 96.19 x 89.53 cm Print . 37.9 x 35.2 inch

CHF 11,794

Print, La Tête, Salvador Dali

Print . 38 x 28 cm Print . 15 x 11 inch

CHF 2,408

Print, Christ, Salvador Dali

Print . 64.77 x 50.16 cm Print . 25.5 x 19.7 inch

CHF 6,815

Print, Metamorphose des Ritter, Salvador Dali

Print . 76 x 55.5 x 0.1 cm Print . 29.9 x 21.9 x 0 inch

CHF 1,348

Print, Le Demon Ailé, Salvador Dali

Print . 38.5 x 28.5 cm Print . 15.2 x 11.2 inch

CHF 1,830

Print, Time Stillness of Time, Salvador Dali

Print . 75.5 x 54 x 0.1 cm Print . 29.7 x 21.3 x 0 inch

CHF 18,202

Print, The Kiss, Salvador Dali

Print . 40 x 25 x 0.2 cm Print . 15.7 x 9.8 x 0.1 inch

CHF 1,445

Print, The Marvellous Steps, Salvador Dali

Print . 48 x 35 x 0.1 cm Print . 18.9 x 13.8 x 0 inch

CHF 2,971

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