Offered is a rare, original etching by Salvador Dali titled Calderon de la Barca, from the suite La Vida es Sueno (Life is a Dream), a tribute to the legendary Spanish playwright. Executed in rich sanguine ink, this piece blends Dali's surrealist flair with classical portraiture. The print is both hand-signed in pencil by Dali and plate signed, and it is printed on Arches Tinte paper.

This etching is numbered 63 of only 75 examples, as confirmed by the included original Justification du Tirage sheet, which is also hand-signed by Salvador Dali. Published by E. Subirana, S.A., Barcelona in 1975, the etching itself bears the in-plate date of 1966, indicating its original creation date. This work is catalogued in Albert Field's Official Catalogue Raisonne of the Graphic Works of Salvador Dali (Field 73-1, pages 138-141). While a separate Certificate of Authenticity is not included, the signed justification page provides authoritative provenance. The piece was acquired at auction from a private estate in the Netherlands and has been carefully preserved since.

A striking and collectible piece from one of the 20th century's most iconic artists.

Details

Creator: Salvador Dali (Spain, 1904-1989)

Title: Calderon de la Barca

Medium: Etching in sanguine

Paper: Arches Tinte

Date of Creation: 1966 (published in 1975)

Signature: Hand-signed in pencil and plate signed

Edition: 63/75 (as stated on tirage page)

Dimensions: 38 cm H * 28 cm W (approx. 15 x 11 inches)

Condition: Excellent vintage condition; no foxing or tears; unframed

Reference: Field Catalogue 73-1, pp. 138-141

Provenance: Includes signed Justification du Tirage from the suite


Condition:
Imperfections: No Imperfections
Condition Notes: This etching is in excellent vintage condition. The sheet is clean and well-preserved, with no foxing, stains, tears, or creases. Edges remain sharp with light natural deckling. The signature is crisp, and the impression is strong with vibrant sanguine tones. Unframed and stored flat in archival conditions.

Origin:
France

Creator:
Artist: Salvador Dali

Materials & Techniques:
Drypoint, Etching

Details:
Frame Type: Unframed
Country of Origin: France
Art Subjects: Figure
What type of item is it? Not Used

No Imperfections; This etching is in excellent vintage condition. The sheet is clean and well-preserved, with no foxing, stains, tears, or creases. Edges remain sharp with light natural deckling. The signature is crisp, and the impression is strong with vibrant sanguine tones. Unframed and stored flat in archival conditions.