Surrealist Flowers with Elephant and Landscape
Print (Lithograph or Etching with hand-coloring/watercolor) • After Salvador Dalí (with facsimile or purported signature in the lower right and numbering in the lower left)
Style & Movement
Surrealism
Medium & Technique
Ink and watercolor on heavy wove paper, utilizing fine line drawing, cross-hatching, and watercolor washes
Creation Period
Mid-to-late 20th century (circa 1960s-1970s)
Dimensions & Format
Vertical portrait format, approximately 18 x 24 inches (framed dimensions slightly larger)
Subject Description
A surreal composition featuring three large botanical flowers (two deep red, one yellow-orange) emerging from shared green foliage. Hovering above the flowers is a classic Dalinian 'space elephant' with impossibly long, spindly legs and an architectural pavilion on its back. In the background left, a desolate coastal landscape with a small boat is visible. Geometric radial lines intersect the composition, characteristic of the artist's constructed perspectives.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The paper appears stable with good color saturation in the floral elements and clean margins, housed under glass in a gilded wooden frame.
Estimated Market Value
1,500 - 3,000 USD
Auction Estimate
1,000 - 2,500 USD
Provenance History
Numbered edition visible in the lower left margin (e.g., 258/350), indicating a limited edition commercial print release. Acquired through secondary art market or gallery channels.
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the iconic motifs of Salvador Dalí's later graphic oeuvre, notably combining recurring surrealist symbols such as the long-legged elephant and desolate horizons with botanical themes, which were popular subjects in his authorized limited edition suites.
Notable Features
Features a prominent signature in the lower right margin and a limited edition numbering (looks like 258/350) in the lower left, presented in a classic ornate gilded frame.
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust on the frame and light reflection on glass; paper appears well-preserved with no obvious foxing, tears, or major fading visible through the glazing.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct, prolonged sunlight to prevent fading of the watercolor washes. Ensure acid-free backing and matting if re-framing is ever undertaken.