Salvador Dali (Spanish 1904–1989) Gouache on...

Updated August 7, 2026

Paper . Title The Time Is Gone Medium Oil on Canvas Dimensions 19 3/4 × 23 1/2 inches (50 × 60 cm) Date 1962 Condition Good overall condition. The surface displays vibrant color, smooth paint application, and well-preserved detail throughout the composition. Minor wear consistent with age and handling. The canvas remains structurally stable and presents beautifully for display. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. Provenance The reverse bears a Matthew Marks Gallery, 523 West 24th Street, New York, New York, label identifying the work as The Time Is Gone by Salvador Dalí (1904–1989), signed and dated "Salvador Dalí 1962" (lower right), oil on canvas, executed in 1962. This label is presented as part of the artwork's provenance and historical documentation and should not be interpreted as a certificate of authenticity or definitive proof of authorship. Description This captivating Surrealist composition presents a dreamlike landscape featuring a barren tree supporting a draped melting clock, an eroded opening revealing a distant horizon, and a luminous sky rendered in warm golden tones contrasted with brilliant blue. The carefully balanced composition combines symbolic imagery with precise execution, creating an atmosphere of mystery, stillness, and timeless contemplation. Attributed to Salvador Dalí (1904–1989), this work displays many of the stylistic characteristics associated with the artist's celebrated Surrealist paintings, including meticulously rendered dream imagery, symbolic objects, expansive landscapes, and an exploration of time, memory, and perception. The composition reflects the imaginative visual language that established Dalí as one of the most influential figures of twentieth-century Surrealism. Condition Report:This artwork is offered as attributed to the artist referenced in the title. An attribution represents an opinion or belief regarding the possible authorship of the work, but it does not constitute a guarantee or certification of authenticity. This artwork is not catalogued, and no representation is made that it has been accepted by the artist's catalogue raisonné, estate, foundation, or any recognized authentication authority. Any provenance information provided with this lot is offered for informational purposes only and should not be considered a certificate of authenticity or definitive proof of authorship. In some cases, provenance information may be limited or unavailable. For additional information regarding this lot, including any available provenance details, condition, or questions about this or other artworks, please contact us through the HiBid platform. We encourage all bidders to carefully review the complete description, photographs, and terms of sale before placing a bid. Works offered as attributed, particularly those that are uncatalogued, may trade on the secondary market at values that differ significantly from works that have been fully authe

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