Description
“Hell – Canto #33”: Salvador Dali’s Masterful Interpretation from Dante Alighieri’s The Divine Comedy
In the pantheon of celebrated artists, Salvador Dali holds a revered position for his surrealistic mastery and intricate detail work. Around 1960, Dali embarked on a creative journey to encapsulate Dante Alighieri’s magnum opus, “The Divine Comedy.”.
Executed on quality wove paper, this artwork has large margins, allowing the detailed artistry to resonate profoundly. To meet the demands of global aficionados and collectors, a comprehensive edition of 8,065 prints, supplemented by artist proofs (APs), was commissioned. This extensive collection encompasses 4,765 prints in French, a further 3,000 in Italian, and an exclusive 300 in German. Notably, the artwork in question is a prided part of the French Edition of the Divine Comedy portfolio. The artwork is unsigned and in fine condition. The edition was published by Editions d’art Les Heures Claires, enhancing the artwork’s provenance and ensuring its significance in the annals of art history.
Provenance
We were honored in 2014 to acquire Salvador Dali’s “The Divine Comedy” suite from the prestigious collection of a renowned private collector. We housed the artwork in an architectural flat file drawer to ensure its continued impeccable condition. Every work of art in our care, including this notable woodcut, is encased in tissue or protective plastic sleeves. This attention to detail ensures that the artwork remains in excellent condition as it travels from our gallery to the collections of art collectors.
A glimpse into the life of Salvador Dali
Salvador Dali (1904-1989) was a pivotal figure in the Surrealist movement, and his art was heavily influenced by Sigmund Freud’s exploration of consciousness. Dali explored dreamscapes filled with exaggerated landscapes and bizarre imagery through various mediums such as painting, sculpture, and film. Dali was known for his flamboyant personality, which was characterized by his signature cape, mustache, and penchant for self-promotion. After studying in Madrid, he moved to Paris, where he formed invaluable friendships with giants such as Picasso and was greatly influenced by peers such as Miró. Dali’s eccentricities frequently overshadowed his art, eliciting both admiration and criticism.
Esteemed Museum Holdings:
- Metropolitan Museum of Art, NY
- Museum of Modern Art, New York, USA
- Barcelona Museum of Art
- Museo Del Prado, Madrid, Spain