Salvador Dali (1904-1989) - La Vida Secreta - porcelana
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Salvador Dalí’s *La Vida Secreta* is reproduced on a limited-edition porcelain lidded vase, numbered 77/4000 and decorated with gold.
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SALVADOR DALÍ (1904–1989) — "THE SECRET LIFE" — JAR WITH LID — LIMITED EDITION 77/4000 — PORCELAIN WITH GOLD DECORATION — ORIGINAL BOX
Draughtsman/Illustrator: Salvador Dalí (1904–1989).
Reproduced work: La vida secreta / The Secret Life.
Original drawing date: 1938.
Porcelain edition: 20th century, cataloged circa 1980.
Publisher: Distribucions d’Art Surrealista, S.A.
Technique: Reproduction of the original ink drawing on brushed white porcelain, with gold decoration.
Edition: Limited to 4,000 copies.
Numbering: 77/4000, inscribed in gold on the base.
Dimensions: Approximately 35 × 18 × 18 cm, including the lid.
Presentation: Red rigid case with satin interior and the editor’s distinctive mark.
Description
Magnificent ornamental porcelain vase with lid, featuring an elegant fluted silhouette, decorated with an equestrian composition by Salvador Dalí from his work La vida secreta, dated 1938.
The composition depicts a fantastic unicorn with a human figure, drawn with an extraordinary profusion of lines, interlaced strokes, and shading that give the animal a dynamic appearance and rich expressive quality.
The drawing reproduces Dalí’s ink-on-paper creation, combining anatomical representation of the horse, surrealist fantasy, and the artist’s characteristic graphic virtuosity.
The monochromatic composition stands out against the white, glossy porcelain surface, while the gold bands around the neck, base, and lid add elegance and contrast.
The lid, with a flared profile, is topped by a small geometric knob with gold decoration.
At the bottom of the composition appears the reproduced signature of Salvador Dalí.
Limited edition and numbering
The piece belongs to a limited and numbered edition of 4,000 copies, produced by Distribucions d’Art Surrealista, S.A.
On the base are the editor’s seal and the following inscriptions:
«SALVADOR DALÍ»
«La vida secreta» – «The Secret Life» 1938
«Tinta xinesa – Ink drawing»
«Serie numerada»
Individual numbering: 77/4000.
This numbering identifies the specimen within the stated edition.
Presentation
The vase retains its presentation case, with a red exterior finish and a light-colored fabric-lined, padded interior designed to house and protect the piece.
Inside the lid is stamped in gold with Distribucions d’Art Surrealista, S.A.’s distinctive mark.
Condition
The porcelain preserves the glaze’s shine and the gold decoration, with the drawing perfectly legible.
Surface signs of age and handling are visible at the base support area, as shown in the photographs.
The piece and the case are presented as shown in the photographs.
An attractive Dalinian collectible piece, a limited and numbered edition, especially interesting for its surreal iconography, substantial size, gold decoration, and included presentation case.
SALVADOR DALÍ (1904–1989) — "THE SECRET LIFE" — JAR WITH LID — LIMITED EDITION 77/4000 — PORCELAIN WITH GOLD DECORATION — ORIGINAL BOX
Draughtsman/Illustrator: Salvador Dalí (1904–1989).
Reproduced work: La vida secreta / The Secret Life.
Original drawing date: 1938.
Porcelain edition: 20th century, cataloged circa 1980.
Publisher: Distribucions d’Art Surrealista, S.A.
Technique: Reproduction of the original ink drawing on brushed white porcelain, with gold decoration.
Edition: Limited to 4,000 copies.
Numbering: 77/4000, inscribed in gold on the base.
Dimensions: Approximately 35 × 18 × 18 cm, including the lid.
Presentation: Red rigid case with satin interior and the editor’s distinctive mark.
Description
Magnificent ornamental porcelain vase with lid, featuring an elegant fluted silhouette, decorated with an equestrian composition by Salvador Dalí from his work La vida secreta, dated 1938.
The composition depicts a fantastic unicorn with a human figure, drawn with an extraordinary profusion of lines, interlaced strokes, and shading that give the animal a dynamic appearance and rich expressive quality.
The drawing reproduces Dalí’s ink-on-paper creation, combining anatomical representation of the horse, surrealist fantasy, and the artist’s characteristic graphic virtuosity.
The monochromatic composition stands out against the white, glossy porcelain surface, while the gold bands around the neck, base, and lid add elegance and contrast.
The lid, with a flared profile, is topped by a small geometric knob with gold decoration.
At the bottom of the composition appears the reproduced signature of Salvador Dalí.
Limited edition and numbering
The piece belongs to a limited and numbered edition of 4,000 copies, produced by Distribucions d’Art Surrealista, S.A.
On the base are the editor’s seal and the following inscriptions:
«SALVADOR DALÍ»
«La vida secreta» – «The Secret Life» 1938
«Tinta xinesa – Ink drawing»
«Serie numerada»
Individual numbering: 77/4000.
This numbering identifies the specimen within the stated edition.
Presentation
The vase retains its presentation case, with a red exterior finish and a light-colored fabric-lined, padded interior designed to house and protect the piece.
Inside the lid is stamped in gold with Distribucions d’Art Surrealista, S.A.’s distinctive mark.
Condition
The porcelain preserves the glaze’s shine and the gold decoration, with the drawing perfectly legible.
Surface signs of age and handling are visible at the base support area, as shown in the photographs.
The piece and the case are presented as shown in the photographs.
An attractive Dalinian collectible piece, a limited and numbered edition, especially interesting for its surreal iconography, substantial size, gold decoration, and included presentation case.
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Edition
Limited edition
Edition number
4000
Artist
Salvador Dali (1904-1989)
Title of artwork
La Vida Secreta - porcelana
Technique
Mixed technique
Signature
Plate signed
Country of origin
Spain
Year
1980
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
35 cm
Width
18 cm
Weight
500 g
Style
Surrealism
Sold with frame
No
Period
1990-2000
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