Etching, Japanese paper, plate imprint 39 x 28 cm, passe-partout 60 x 44 cm; signed on plate in composition. Original certificate of authenticity included.
The etching is part of the Mémoires de Casanova package published by Le Cercle du Livre Précieux created in the studios of Haasen, Boileau and Capelle.
Graphic described:
- Catalog raisonné Field 67-4 D
- Catalog raisonné Michler & Lopsinger 175
"Casanova and the Surrealist Woman" is a print by Salvador Dali, created as an illustration for "Mémoires de Casanova" (Memoirs of Casanova). The work can be interpreted as a reflection of the erotic and adventurous themes central to Casanova's diaries.
The etching depicts a scene in which Casanova, a famous seducer, meets a surreal woman. The woman is often depicted as a deformed fantastic yet powerful figure. The composition is typical of Dali - full of unexpected juxtapositions and optical illusions. The etching shows typical surrealist motifs, such as dreamy landscapes, strange creatures and symbols. These elements create an atmosphere of mystery and anxiety, characteristic of Dali's work.
Dali, known for his precision and technique, makes masterful use of etching to convey subtle details and nuances of chiaroscuro. The lines are delicate yet firm, allowing for a rich visual effect.
