Artist
Salvador Dalí
Salvador Dalí was born on May 11, 1904 in Figueres, Spain. He gained international recognition for The Persistence of Memory at age 27 and joined the Surrealist movement at 30.
Salvador Dalí was born in 1904 and lived to age 85. Anyone born before 1904 is older than Salvador. Anyone over 85 is older than Salvador ever was.
Born
May 11, 1904
Figueres, Spain
World pop: ~1.7B
Died
January 23, 1989
World pop: ~5.2B
Salvador's age at death
85
Your age
20
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Salvador's Life Timeline
Salvador Dalí was born on May 11, 1904, in Figueres, Spain, into a middle-class family. His mother, a significant influence on his early artistic development, encouraged his creativity from a young age. Dalí exhibited a talent for drawing and painting, which led him to attend the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Madrid, where he was exposed to various artistic movements, including Impressionism and Cubism.
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Dalí's career took off in the 1920s when he became associated with the Surrealist movement. He was 27 years old when he gained international recognition for his painting, The Persistence of Memory, in 1931, which features his iconic melting clocks. Throughout the 1930s and 1940s, he produced numerous significant works, including The Elephants and The Sacrament of the Last Supper. He also ventured into film, collaborating with directors like Luis Buñuel and Alfred Hitchcock, further solidifying his status as a multifaceted artist.
Dalí continued to create until his later years, leaving behind a legacy that profoundly influenced modern art. He passed away on January 23, 1989, at the age of 84, in his hometown of Figueres. His eccentric personality and distinctive style have made him an enduring figure in the art world, and his works remain celebrated for their dreamlike quality and technical precision.
Held his first solo exhibition
Salvador Dalí was 23 years old when he held his first solo exhibition at the Galeries Dalmau in Barcelona. This event marked a significant milestone in his career, showcasing his early works and establishing him as a promising artist in the Spanish art scene.
Salvador Dalí was 23 years old when he held his first solo exhibition in 1927. Are you older than Salvador was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Gained international recognition for The Persistence of Memory
Salvador Dalí was 27 years old when he gained international recognition for his painting The Persistence of Memory. This work, featuring melting clocks, became a hallmark of Surrealism and is considered one of his most famous pieces, reflecting his unique approach to time and reality.
Salvador Dalí was 27 years old when he gained international recognition for The Persistence of Memory in 1931. Are you older than Salvador was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Joined the Surrealist movement
Salvador Dalí was 30 years old when he officially joined the Surrealist movement, aligning himself with prominent figures such as André Breton. His involvement in this avant-garde group allowed him to explore new artistic expressions and collaborate with other innovative artists.
Salvador Dalí was 30 years old when he joined the Surrealist movement in 1934. Are you older than Salvador was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published his autobiography
Salvador Dalí was 34 years old when he published his autobiography, The Secret Life of Salvador Dalí. This book provided insight into his artistic philosophy and personal life, further establishing his public persona as an eccentric and visionary artist.
Salvador Dalí was 34 years old when he published his autobiography in 1938. Are you older than Salvador was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Collaborated on the film Destino
Salvador Dalí was 42 years old when he collaborated with Walt Disney on the animated short film Destino. Although the film was not completed until 2003, this partnership showcased Dalí's innovative approach to art and film, blending his surreal imagery with animation.
Salvador Dalí was 42 years old when he collaborated on the film Destino in 1946. Are you older than Salvador was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Received the Gold Medal of Fine Arts
Salvador Dalí was 75 years old when he received the Gold Medal of Fine Arts from the Spanish government. This prestigious award recognized his contributions to the arts and his status as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.
Salvador Dalí was 75 years old when he received the Gold Medal of Fine Arts in 1979. Are you older than Salvador was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Passed away
Salvador Dalí was 84 years old when he passed away on January 23, 1989, in Figueres, Spain. His death marked the end of an era for Surrealism, but his legacy continues to inspire artists and art lovers around the world.
Salvador Dalí was 84 years old when he passed away in 1989. Are you older than Salvador was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
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| 1925 | 21 | |
| 1926 | 22 | |
| 1927 | 23 | held his first solo exhibition |
| 1928 | 24 | |
| 1929 | 25 | |
| 1930 | 26 | |
| 1931 | 27 | gained international recognition for The Persistence of Memory |
| 1932 | 28 | |
| 1933 | 29 | |
| 1934 | 30 | joined the Surrealist movement |
| 1935 | 31 | |
| 1936 | 32 | |
| 1937 | 33 | |
| 1938 | 34 | published his autobiography |
| 1939 | 35 | |
| 1940 | 36 | |
| 1941 | 37 | |
| 1942 | 38 | |
| 1943 | 39 | |
| 1944 | 40 | |
| 1945 | 41 | |
| 1946 | 42 | collaborated on the film Destino |
| 1947 | 43 | |
| 1948 | 44 | |
| 1949 | 45 | |
| 1950 | 46 | |
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| 1964 | 60 | |
| 1965 | 61 | |
| 1966 | 62 | |
| 1967 | 63 | |
| 1968 | 64 | |
| 1969 | 65 | |
| 1970 | 66 | |
| 1971 | 67 | |
| 1972 | 68 | |
| 1973 | 69 | |
| 1974 | 70 | |
| 1975 | 71 | |
| 1976 | 72 | |
| 1977 | 73 | |
| 1978 | 74 | |
| 1979 | 75 | received the Gold Medal of Fine Arts |
| 1980 | 76 | |
| 1981 | 77 | |
| 1982 | 78 | |
| 1983 | 79 | |
| 1984 | 80 | |
| 1985 | 81 | |
| 1986 | 82 | |
| 1987 | 83 | |
| 1988 | 84 | |
| 1989 | 85 | passed away |
