| The Biblia Sacra was published in 1969 by Rizzoli of Rome. - SIGNATURE : printed in the image - SIZE : 19 x 13 3/4" or 48.26x34.93cm - REFERENCES : Michler and Lopsinger 1600, Field 69-3 - CONDITION : Excellent. New. Original. This is an illustrated book of the Bible in Vulgate. The Biblia Sacra was published in 1969 by Rizzoli of Rome. The lithographs are on a heavy paper and are signed in the plate. The Biblia Sacra lithographs were produced as illustrations for a new edition of the Bible. The Biblia Sacra suite consists of 105 color mixed-technique lithographs after 105 watercolor paintings created by Dali between 1963 and 1964. The Biblia Sacra works are a combination of offset lithography, continuous tone lithography, serigraphy (silkscreening) with application of varnishes and metallic inks. The works were “printed” on a heavy stock designed specifically to hold up to the various techniques used. Quality craftsmanship and artistry are evident in every Biblia Sacra work. The unique combination of multiple printing techniques gives these illustrations a richness and depth that resulted in works that are exceptionally true to the original paintings. Creator: Salvador Dalí (1904 - 1989, Spanish) |
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Genesis 9:20-27
“Noah, a man of the soil, proceeded to plant a vineyard. When he drank some of its wine, he became drunk and lay uncovered inside his tent. Ham, the father of Canaan, saw his father’s nakedness and told his two brothers outside. But Shem and Japheth took a garment and laid it across their shoulders; then they walked in backward and covered their father’s nakedness. Their faces were turned the other way so that they would not see their father’s nakedness. When Noah awoke from his wine and found out what his youngest son had done to him, he said, 'Cursed be Canaan! The lowest of slaves will he be to his brothers.' He also said, 'Praise be to the Lord, the God of Shem! May Canaan be the slave of Shem. May God extend Japheth’s territory; may Japheth live in the tents of Shem, and may Canaan be the slave of Japheth.'” (Genesis 9:20-27)
After the flood, Noah begins to plant a vineyard and make wine. One day, he becomes drunk from his own creation and lies uncovered in his tent. His son Ham sees his father's nakedness and tells his brothers, Shem and Japheth, who respond by covering Noah without looking at him. When Noah awakens and realizes what Ham has done, he curses Ham’s son, Canaan, and blesses his other two sons.
This story marks the beginning of agriculture in the post-flood world, with Noah planting the first vineyard. It also introduces the themes of shame, respect, and familial honor and the complex relationship between father and son.
Dalí’s Interpretation in Sacra Biblia
Dalí underscores the duality of human creation—its potential to bring both blessings and curses. Through his use of surreal imagery, cosmic symbolism, and psychological exploration, Dalí provides a deeper meditation on the story, focusing on the themes of human fragility, respect, and the consequences of sin. The story of Noah and his vineyard becomes a symbolic reflection of the complexity of human nature and the moral laws that govern existence.