This lot consists of an ink, pastel, and watercolor composition on paper, done in the surrealist style of Salvador Dali (Spanish, 1904-1989). This rich image depicts a dreamscape punctuated by rolling blue hills (or waves) and one, central female face. A haunting, enigmatic composition that verges on Cubist. This unframed measures approximately 14" x 11.75".

Reverse side features a number of stamps and additional features. The uppermost stamp, at top right, bears the name and information of Christie’s. Below, a silver label reads, in part, “Ministerio de Cultura”. Additional stamps read “Certificacion” and “Esta obra [es] certificada y de coleccion”, or, “This work is certified and of collection”. The last stamp, at lower left, reads “Direccion de Bibliotecas. Archivos y Museos. Santiago Chile. Autorizado.” This translates to, “Library Directorate. Archives and Museums. Santiago, Chile. Authorized.”


Salvador Dali was born May 11, 1904 in Figueres, Spain. From an early age, Dali was encouraged to practice his art and would eventually go on to study at an academy in Madrid. In the 1920s, Dali went to Paris and began to associate with the likes of Picasso, Magritte, and Miro. This critical juncture would give way to the birth of Dali's first Surrealist phase. However, with the rise of fascist leader Francisco Franco in Spain, Dali's was eventually forced to leave the Surrealist movement, and he continued to create on his own terms for the duration of his life. Dali was an imaginative, visionary force of the 20th century, defining surrealist and modern art for generations to come.

PROVENANCE:
Private Collection

DIMENSIONS:
Unframed approx. 14" x 11.75".


Our October 24th auction includes consignments from both the United States and Overseas. Offering a unique collection of decorative art.

PLEASE NOTE: Lots that do not carry established documented provenance nor any past auction record are described in this catalog as "in the style of". Authentication has not been established nor is it implied. No additional information regarding provenance will be provided after the auction. Definition of "in the style of" is as follows:

"In the style of" [Artist Name] : The work may be ascribed to the artist on the basis of style, but the actual authorship is unknown.

Overall fair condition. Light, age-related toning and foxing has occurred with time. Minor wear and discoloration is visible at edges of paper, including holes (at right), perhaps from a one-time binding. The artwork itself remains rich and clear. Please see photos for additional detail.