Salvador Dali (1904-1989) - La Divina Comedia: Paraíso 14...

* **Artist:** Salvador Dalí (1904-1989) * **Title of the work:** The Divine Comedy – Paradise 14: Apparition of Christ (Apparition of Christ) * **Technique:** Woodcut / wood engraving (Bois gravé) * **Type:** Color phases / Chromatic decomposition (Set of 6 plates) * **Year/Period:** 1960 - 1963 * **Signature:** Official edition without handwritten signature (Suite for bibliophile collectors) * **Edition:** Joseph Forêt & Les Heures Claires (Paris) * **Support:** Vélin de Rives paper * **Total dimensions:** 32 x 25 cm (Each of the 6 plates) * **Condition:** Excellent state of preservation (Impeccable, never framed) * ncias bibliográficas:** Catálogo Razonado Albert Field (pp. 189-200) / Michler & Lopsinger no. 1119 ENGLISH / FRANÇAIS - Superb complete set of 6 individual plates in color decomposition from Paradise, Canto 14 ("Apparition of Christ") of The Divine Comedy by Dante, illustrated by Salvador Dalí. Historical edition by Joseph Forêt & Les Heures Claires (1960-1963). Vélin paper (32x25 cm each). Excellent condition, no foxing. Exceptional and very rare complete set of 6 individual plates in color decomposition belonging to Paradise, Canto 14 ("Apparition of Christ") of the famous work "The Divine Comedy" by Dante Alighieri, illustrated by the genius surrealist Salvador Dalí. This technical lot of great pedagogical value allows, step by step and color by color, the successive printing stages and the overlay of inks necessary to construct the final image. It is a unique testimony to the masterful engraving and chromatic work carried out for one of the most monumental editions of art of the 20th century. Notable details: Iconography Premium: The "Apparition of Christ" is one of the most iconic, beautiful, and sought-after motifs of the entire Dalí series, endowed with celestial illumination and great spiritual force. Historical Quality: Originally published between 1960 and 1963 by the prestigious firms Joseph Forêt and Les Heures Claires. This monumental project required manual carving of more than 3,500 wood blocks and three years of meticulous artisanal work.

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