Untitled (Desert Landscape)

Salvador Dalí

Created:
Movement:
1934
Surrealism
key Notes:
Surrealist Imagery, Arid Terrain
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Dimensions:
18.1 × 14.1 cm (7 1/8 × 5 7/16 in.)
medium:
Oil on panel
Difficulty:
Expert
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Untitled (Desert Landscape) by Salvador Dalí

Untitled (Desert Landscape), created in 1934 by Salvador Dalí, is an exemplary work that showcases the artist's mastery in the surrealist genre. Painted using oil on panel, this piece reflects Dalí's fascination with dreamlike imagery and the subconscious mind. The desert landscape motif is a recurring theme in Dalí's oeuvre, symbolizing both desolation and the vastness of the human psyche. During the 1930s, Dalí was deeply involved with the Surrealist movement, which sought to unlock the creative potential of the unconscious. This period was pivotal in establishing Dalí's reputation as a leading figure in modern art. His innovative techniques and imaginative compositions continue to influence contemporary artists and captivate audiences worldwide.

Description of the work:

"Untitled (Desert Landscape)" by Salvador Dalí, created in 1934, is an oil on panel painting that exemplifies the surrealist style with its dreamlike depiction of a barren, expansive desert scene. The artwork showcases Dalí's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to evoke a sense of the uncanny through the juxtaposition of familiar and fantastical elements.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Untitled (Desert Landscape)