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Salvador Dalí (1904-1989)
Tear of Time (Melting Clock), 1998
Lithograph in colors on Arches paper
29-1/4 x 21 inches (74.3 x 53.3 cm) (sheet)
A.P. 3/10 (part of a tirage of 238, variously editioned)
Signed and editioned in pencil along lower edge
Published by Brana Fine Art, New York

This lot is accompanied by certificate of authenticity from Albert Field and Frank Hunter and bears the signature of Albert Field verso upper left. The certificate further states that Tear of Time will be added to the revised catalogue raisonné, The Official Catalog of the Graphic Works of Salvador Dalí.


More information about Salvador Dalí. See also: Dalí, Salvador, Dalí y Domènech, Salvador, Dalí, Salvador Felipe Jacinto Artist.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200.

Condition Report*: Presents well. A few minor handling dents primarily evident under raking light. Mild toning appearing slightly heavier along recto edges and on verso; ink colors still appear vibrant. Unframed.
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