Salvador Dali Divine Comedy Le Nouveau Doute de Dante Paradise 7 Woodcut Framed

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A modern woodcut in colors titled ""Le Nouveau Doute de Dante (Dante’s Men Doubt)” by Salvador Dali. From the artist's … more A modern woodcut in colors titled ""Le Nouveau Doute de Dante (Dante’s Men Doubt)” by Salvador Dali. From the artist's series ""The Divine Comedy” – Paradise 7 (FO 118). “A doubt within me ‘Say it,” whispered, ‘say, oh, say it to my lady! Be it confess’d to her whose gentle dews my thrist allay.” Unsigned edition of 2900. Cataloged in Dali Illustrator, pg. 168. In 1950 to celebrate the 700th anniversary of the birth of Dante, the Italian government commissioned Salvador Dali to illustrate one of the most important works of Italian literature, Dante's ""Divine Comedy."" Between 1951-1960, Dali painted 100 watercolors in preparation for the publication of The Divine Comedy. In 1963, the artworks were released in woodcut limited edition prints. From a private collection. Dimensions: 21.25""h x 17.25""w x 1.25""d (framed). In very good vintage condition.

Salvador Dali (1904-1989) was a Spanish painter who was one of the most influential and celebrated artists of the 20th century. Known as one of the founders of the Surrealism movement, he became an artistic icon. His work today can be found in countless museums, galleries, and institutions across the world, and his impact on the modern art world will be remembered for generations to come. less