Original ink and watercolor drawing on paper signed ''Dali''. Image depicts a bold, vibrantly colored monarch butterfly done in the Surrealist style of Salvador Dali (Spanish, 1904-1989). Butterflies were a favorite symbol of Salvador Dali, appearing more frequently after the 1950s.The drawing is on laid paper that appears to have been folded as a letter at one point. Indecipherable writing, possibly Italian, predates the drawing. The butterflies wingspan measures approximately 7''; the overall paper size is approximately 14'' x 9''.

Finger Lakes Auction has been commissioned to liquidate a collection of Fine Art from a Prominent European Collector and Dealer. This is one of the pieces from that collection. This item is being sold ''as is''. Unless otherwise noted authenticity has not been firmly established.

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Provenance:
This piece comes from a Prominent European Collector of Fine Art.
Dimensions:
Approx. 14'' x 9''.
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Paper is lightly toned, creased where it has been folded into a sealed letter. Paper seal has been clipped from the corner. Various folds, creases, and signs of age. The image and signature are clear, vibrant and show very well.