Lincoln-Dali Vision Tapestry also known as "Gala Contemplating the Mediterranean Sea Which at Twenty Meters Becomes the Portrait of Abraham Lincoln - Homage to Rothko".
This offering is a complete package including the special monocle necessary for viewing the details of this magnificent Dali piece.
Gallery list price $8,000 - $12,500.00
December 1986 Appraised Valuation - $2,000.00
Auction Aggregators Reserve Price: $4,500, plus shipping, handling and insurance
The Tapestry was created by Dali and his publisher Gala Editions, the same publisher of the graphic work, based on the 2 paintings he created, one hanging in the Dali Museum . You can see two images: Gala watching the Mediterranean Sea or, looking at it from a distance of twenty meters the picture transforms itself into an Abraham Lincoln portrait. SALVADOR DALI (Spanish. 1904-1989).
Dimensions: 67 "X 49"
Condition: Mint condition.
Documentation & Authenticity: Original box and folder will all signed documentation from the publisher, plus the unique monocle for viewing.
Display: The Tapestry has loop holes to hang on a tapestry or curtain rod.
This is an original Tapestry with the screened tag certification bearing Dali's signature and the number # Included with the Tapestry: -- A Notarial Certificate declaring this Tapestry number 165/1976. This certificate was issued by Antonio R Rodriguez a Notary Public in Barcelona, Spain signed, stamped and dated it December 30th, 1985. Included is all of the original packaging. The photo shows the label that is sewn onto the back of the Tapestry reading “I, Salvador Dali, certify that this tapestry multiple inspired by my painting LINCOLN IN DALIVISION has been produced with my authorization in a limited edition of 1976 pieces numbered 1 to 1976”.
GALA EDITIONS INTERNATIONAL INC. Salvador Dali's Lincoln in Dali Vision is considered one of his most famous works and this tapestry was limited to 1976 being produced. This tapestry is hand numbered on the tag #165 of 1976 and was produced in 1985 during Dali's life and 4 years prior to the artist’s death.