Salvador Dali | Woman Aflame

Woman Aflame’ is a striking example of Dalí’s hyper-realistic painterly techniques translated into three-dimensional form. This sculpture manipulates and mutates the human figure in a way that is quintessentially Dalí, blending dreamlike imagery with spindle-like elements and profound symbolism. It stands as a testament to why Dalí remains heralded today as one of the most important and innovative artists of the twentieth century.

Woman Aflame, 1980/1980
Bronze with green patina
32.5" x 9" x 11.25" inches. (82.6 x 22.9 x 28.6 cm)
Incised signature and numbered from the edition of 350 (there were also 35 artist's proofs), this edition was conceived in 1980 and first cast in that same year, this example cast at a later date
Stamped with the Perseo Mendrisio, Switzerland foundry mark.