Salvador Dali Spanish, 1904-1989
Woman Aflame, 1980
Bronze lost wax process
33.1" x 9.3" x 11.4"
251/350
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This sculpture unites two of Dalí's obsessions: fire, and a female figure with drawers. The flames seem to have a life of their own, and represent the hidden intensity of unconscious desire, while the drawers represent the mystery of hidden secrets. This beautiful faceless woman symbolizes all women. For Dali, a woman’s mystery is her This sculpture unites two of Dalí's obsessions: fire, and a female figure with drawers. The flames seem to have a life of their own, and represent the hidden intensity of unconscious desire, while the drawers represent the mystery of hidden secrets. This beautiful faceless woman symbolizes all women.
R. & N. Descharnes Salvador Dali Sculptures & Objects. Eccart. Ref. 655, page 255.
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