| 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) |
BIBLIA SACRA 49
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It is from the Gospel of Mark 15:37 (also appears in Matthew 27:50 and Luke 23:46). This marks the moment of Jesus' death on the cross, following His immense suffering during the crucifixion.
Mark 15:37 (KJV):
"And Jesus cried with a loud voice, and gave up the ghost."
Dalí’s Interpretation in Sacra Biblia
Dalí’s surreal interpretation would explore the tragic beauty and spiritual depth of Jesus' final moments. Using surrealist techniques, Dalí would emphasize the cosmic and timeless significance of Jesus’ death, the paradox of death leading to life, and the victory that emerged from this act of ultimate sacrifice. Distorted figures, fractured landscapes, and manipulated time would capture both the spiritual suffering and eternal victory inherent in this moment.