Step into the esoteric heart of Salvador Dalí's fascination with alchemy through Alchimie des Philosophes, a 1975 portfolio that marries the artist's surrealist flair with the secret mysteries of transformation. This deluxe edition features ten original mixed-media artwork - comprising inlays of precious and semi-precious stones like lapis lazuli, amethyst and gold leaf fused with etchings, lithographs, and silkscreen collages.
Measuring approximately 30.25 x 22.5 inches, the works pulse with Dalí's signature motifs: melting forms, cryptic symbols, and alchemical vessels that blur the line between science and sorcery. Each artwork is individually hand-signed by Dalí.
The portfolio is housed in a custom made clamshell box - 32.6" x 24.8" - divided into two compartments: one holding reproductions of ancient alchemical texts on handmade rag paper, the other safeguarding the radiant works of art.
Published in a limited edition, this complete set remains untouched by time, with vivid colours and gemstone accents gleaming as on the day of creation.
Condition: It is in excellent good condition as it contains all of the semi-precious stone that are fixed to the engravings. The dial on the clamshell box is intact.
“All great art is born of alchemy and going beyond death. But I make gold by transcending my innards through hyperconsciousness." - Salvador Dali
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Original mixed media: precious and semi-precious stones like lapis lazuli, amethyst and gold leaf fused with etchings, lithographs, and silkscreen collages.
Created in 1975
Artwork size: 30.25 x 22.5 - no margin
Hand signed by Salvador Dali
Edition of 225
Reference: Albert Field, “Official Catalogue of the Graphic Works of Salvador Dali”, Catalogue No. 75-12 A-J
 The Emerald Table |
 The Angel of Alchemy |
 Yin and Yan |
 The Immortality |
 The Dream of the Alchemist |
 L'Ouraboros |
 The Labyrinth |
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 Portfolio in a Clamshell Box |
 Cover with Mercury Dial |