Salvador Dalí (artist)

Salvador Dalí was a Spanish surrealist painter, born in 1904, known for his striking and dreamlike imagery. His works often feature bizarre shapes, distorted figures, and unconventional scenes, blending reality with fantasy. Dalí's most famous painting, "The Persistence of Memory," depicts melting clocks and challenges perceptions of time. He was also a skilled draftsman and experimented with various media, including sculpture and film. Dalí's eccentric personality, flamboyant style, and provocative ideas made him a prominent figure in 20th-century art, influencing modern culture and continuing to captivate audiences worldwide. He passed away in 1989.