Pegasus (from the Dalí Horses series or similar graphic cycle)
Original print on heavy paper (likely Arches or Rives) under glass • Salvador Dalí (Spanish, 1904–1989)
Style & Movement
Surrealism / Mid-Century Graphic Modernism
Medium & Technique
Color lithograph or etching with lithographic color, employing energetic linear drawing and wash-like color planes
Creation Period
Circa 1970-1972
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 22 x 30 inches; vertical (portrait) orientation
Subject Description
A dynamic, fragmented representation of a winged horse (Pegasus) in shades of blue and black. The horse is composed of bulbous, organic shapes characteristic of Dali's later 'nucleophile' style, set against a pale landscape with a prominent radiant sun and a characteristic distant horizon line.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good. The paper appears slightly toned, which is common for prints of this age. Some minor buckling might be present near the top edge.
Estimated Market Value
$1,500 - $3,500 USD (highly dependent on the specific edition and authentication)
Auction Estimate
$1,200 - $2,500 USD
Provenance History
Limited edition marked at the top left (appears to be an E.A. or numbered edition). Likely acquired through a commercial gallery specializing in major 20th-century printmakers.
Art Historical Significance
Dalí's graphic works of the 1970s demonstrate his obsession with motion, mythology, and the deconstruction of form. This period of his career was marked by a prolific output of prints that made his Surrealist iconography accessible to a broader global audience.
Notable Features
Pencil signature in the lower right and edition numbering in the upper left. The distinctive calligraphic line work and 'exploded' anatomy are hallmarks of Dalí's late graphic style.
Condition Issues
Slight yellowing of the paper (acidification) and possible light-fading of the lighter yellow washes. Potential for acid transfer if not using archival matting.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional reframing with acid-free matting and UV-protective glass is recommended to prevent further yellowing and fading. Maintain in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight.