Salvador Dali (Spanish, 1904-1989)

Preliminary studies on the front and back for the painting Madonna by Port Lligat (1949), circa 1949.

Pen and black and blue ink on sketchbook paper, 25.2cm x 17cm irregular.

Signature “Dali” apocryphal in turquoise ink lower right, stamp lower right from the Perrot-Moore collection.

Accompanied by original certification of authenticity from Nicolas Descharnes, July 2019, Ref D6930.

PRICE: On request

This rare work by Salvador Dalí, Preliminary Studies on the front and back for the painting Madonna by Port Lligat (1949), offers an intimate glimpse into the artist’s process. Created using pen and black and blue ink on sketchbook paper, the piece measures 25.2 cm by 17 cm and is in an irregular format that highlights Dalí’s precision and fluidity in conceptualizing his masterpieces.

The sketch is famously signed by Dalí in turquoise ink in the lower right corner, along with a stamp from the Perrot-Moore collection, further adding to its provenance. Accompanied by a certification of authenticity from renowned Dalí expert Nicolas Descharnes (July 2019, Ref D6930), this artwork offers a rare look at the behind-the-scenes development of one of Dalí’s most iconic themes.

Dalí’s Madonna by Port Lligat (1949) portrays his quintessential surrealist style, blending religious symbolism with the landscapes of his Catalonian home. The Preliminary Studies capture the initial bursts of inspiration that led to the final painting, a process Dalí once described as, “The only difference between me and a madman is that I am not mad.” This work represents Dalí’s visionary ability to merge technique and imagination, producing art that transcends mere representation and enters the realm of the subconscious.

For collectors and investors, this Preliminary Study is not only a rare artifact of Dalí’s creative genius but also a valuable investment, offering insight into his artistic evolution. As part of the highly sought-after Perrot-Moore collection and accompanied by expert certification, this sketch is an extraordinary opportunity for art collectors who value the depth and history behind the works of this masterful surrealist.

The price for this unique sketch is available upon request.