- Salvador Dalí (after), offset on heavyweight smooth satin paper (300gsm approx.). - Authorized edition 2004. - Copyright Salvador Dalí, Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí, by SIAE. - Stamp on verso. - Signed in the plate. - Size: 60 x 80cm. - Condition: excellent. Never framed. never exposed. - Salvador Dalí (1904-1989) was a prominent Spanish surrealist artist known for his eccentric personality and imaginative works that blend reality with dreamlike visions. Born in Figueres, Catalonia, Dalí was a versatile artist, skilled in painting, drawing, sculpture, film, and photography. He studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando in Madrid and quickly became a leading figure in the Surrealist movement. Dalí's work is characterized by its bizarre, fantastical imagery and meticulous detail. His paintings often explore themes of subconscious desires, dreams, and fears, utilizing a technique he termed "paranoiac-critical method." Notable works include "The Persistence of Memory," "The Elephants," and "The Temptation of Saint Anthony." Dalí's flamboyant style and innovative techniques have left a lasting impact on the art world. Dalí's artworks are highly prized and command substantial prices at auctions. His pieces, known for their unique blend of surrealism and technical precision, are sought after by collectors and museums worldwide. For instance, "Portrait de Paul Éluard" sold for $21.7 million in 2011, reflecting the high market value of his work. One of his early works, Muchacha Sentada (1925), showcases a more subdued and realistic style compared to his later Surrealist masterpieces. The painting portrays a young woman seated with her back turned, gazing out at a serene landscape. This piece reflects Dalí's early exploration of light, texture, and human emotion, capturing a moment of quiet introspection. It is a testament to his technical skill and sensitivity as a painter, even before his Surrealist period. Salvador Dalí's legacy as a master of surrealism, combined with the high market value of his works, solidifies his status as one of the most influential and celebrated artists of the 20th century. "Muchacha Sentada" remains a significant piece that reflects his early artistic development and technical prowess. Some artists of similar importance, Basquiat, Picasso, Hockney, Lichtenstein, Banksy, Brainwash, Miró, Lagasse, Ramos, Rothko, Lautrec, Klimt, Hirst, Chagall, Koons, Haring, Groening, Richter, Monroe, Kusama, Murakami, Hopper, Ripolles, Orlinski, Warhol, Van Apple, Griffa, Gusmaroli, Borghese, Lodola, among others.