"Une seconde avant" is a distinctly surreal work in which time, dream, and reality merge. The composition depicts distorted clocks and organic shapes in a vast, almost empty landscape. The tranquil space and sharp contrasts of light reinforce the sense of a moment just before waking.
The use of color—bright blue, warm yellow, and deep earth tones—creates a tension between tranquility and alienation. The precisely painted details and fluid transitions give the work a hypnotic quality. This painting is an intriguing statement piece that evokes curiosity and adds an intellectual, artistic atmosphere to the interior.
Salvador Dalí (1904–1989) was a Spanish artist and one of the most famous representatives of Surrealism. His work is characterized by dreamlike imagery, symbolism, and a fascination with time, the subconscious, and psychology. Dalí's visual language is among the most recognizable in modern art history.
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ConditionExcellentColorsMulti ColorMaterialCanvasNumber of items1ArtistsSalvador DaliOrientationLandscapeArt sizeMediumHeight60 cmWidth80 cm