Salvador Dalí (1904-1989)
The Habanera
Medium: Lithograph
From: The Carmen Suite
Edition: Numbered 95/125, from a total edition of 286 plus proofs
Paper: Arches paper with deckle edges
Dimensions: Sheet: 65 x 50 cm
Condition Report: Slight horizontal cut in lower left margin
Signature: Signed in pencil; signed on the verso by Peter B. Lucas (dated 1/19/00)
Publisher: Shorewood Publishers Inc., 1970

Dive into the surreal world of Salvador Dalí with The Habanera, a striking lithograph from the Carmen suite. This work, signed in pencil and numbered 95/125, is printed on fine Arches paper with deckle edges, adding a touch of elegance to its presentation. The lithograph is a vivid example of Dalí’s distinctive style, combining surrealist imagination with the dramatic flair of the opera Carmen.

The sheet measures 65 x 50 cm and includes a slight horizontal cut in the lower left margin, which does not detract from the overall impact of the piece. The verso bears an additional signature from Peter B. Lucas, dated January 19, 2000, attesting to its provenance.

About the Artist:
Salvador Dalí, born on May 11, 1904, in Figueras, Spain, and passing away on January 23, 1989, in the same city, was a seminal figure in the Surrealist movement. Known for his eccentric personality and hauntingly imaginative paintings, Dalí's work remains iconic in the world of modern art. His contributions to surrealism are marked by his unique blend of dreamlike imagery and technical mastery.