The Persistence of Memory

Salvador Dalí

Created:
Movement:
1931
Surrealism
key Notes:
Melting Clocks, Surreal Landscape
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Dimensions:
24 cm × 33 cm
medium:
Oil on canvas
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The Persistence of Memory by Salvador Dalí

The Persistence of Memory, created in 1931 by Salvador Dalí, is an iconic example of Surrealism, a movement that sought to unlock the creative potential of the unconscious mind. This oil on canvas painting is renowned for its dreamlike imagery, particularly the melting clocks, which challenge conventional perceptions of time and reality. Dalí's work reflects his fascination with the theories of Sigmund Freud, whose ideas on dreams and the subconscious significantly influenced the Surrealist movement. The painting's impact is profound, as it has become a symbol of the fluidity of time and the power of the imagination. Salvador Dalí, born in 1904 in Figueres, Spain, was a prominent figure in the Surrealist movement, known for his eccentric personality and technical skill. His contributions to art extend beyond painting, encompassing film, sculpture, and photography, making him one of the most versatile and influential artists of the 20th century.

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The Persistence of Memory by Salvador Dalí

Created in 1931, "The Persistence of Memory" is an iconic example of Surrealism, featuring melting clocks draped over a desolate landscape, symbolizing the fluidity and distortion of time. This oil on canvas painting is housed in the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.

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The Persistence of Memory