| 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 51
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It comes from the Gospel of John 19:40. It describes part of the process of Jesus' burial after His death on the cross. This scene is significant because it emphasizes the reverence and ritual of preparing the body for burial according to Jewish customs.
John 19:40 (KJV):
"Then took they the body of Jesus, and wound it in linen clothes with the spices, as the manner of the Jews is to bury."
Dalí’s Interpretation in Sacra Biblia
Dalí’s surreal interpretation would emphasize the mystery and symbolism of Jesus' burial. The act of preparing His body would be portrayed through distorted, fluid forms, with linen cloths and spices symbolizing the transition from death to life. The landscape would be dreamlike and warped, emphasizing the cosmic significance of the burial, and Dalí would use surreal symbolism (such as melting clocks or growing flowers) to hint at the eternal nature of the resurrection that is about to unfold. The physical burial of Jesus would be shown as both a ritual of honor and a gateway to the eternal life He brings.