Salvador Dali (1904-1989) was a Spanish surrealist artist who is widely regarded as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Dali is best known for his vivid and dreamlike paintings, which often featured distorted images of objects and landscapes, as well as melting or drooping forms.

Dali was born in Figueres, Spain, and studied art in Madrid and Paris. He became associated with the surrealist movement in the early 1930s, and his work is often characterized by his interest in the subconscious mind and the irrational. Dali’s paintings often contain symbolic imagery and references to his own personal obsessions and fears, as well as to broader cultural and historical themes.

Some of Dali’s most famous works include “The Persistence of Memory”, a painting of melting clocks, and “The Hallucinogenic Toreador”, a complex and surrealistic work that incorporates a range of symbolic imagery. Dali was also known for his collaborations with other artists and filmmakers, including Luis Bunuel and Walt Disney.

Dali’s influence on modern and contemporary art has been significant, and his work continues to be studied and celebrated around the world. In addition to his paintings, Dali also created sculptures, films, and other works of art, and was known for his eccentric and flamboyant personality.