Salvador Dali table with spooky secret up for auction in Shropshire
A Salvador Dali coffee table with a spooky secret is to be auctioned in Shrewsbury next month.
Halls Fine Art will be featuring the unique coffee table with a spectacular lithograph by the renowned surrealist artist.
Titled 'Le Crane', the limited edition lithograph, signed in pencil by Dali, holds a mysterious surprise for art enthusiasts.
The lithograph, part of the 'Anamorphoses' series and numbered 62 of 300, is set into a custom-made coffee table that comes complete with an original mirror-polished steel tube.
Abigail Molenaar, who is the senior modern and contemporary art valuers at Halls, said: "What makes this coffee table truly special is the hidden secret it holds. When the lithograph is viewed in conjunction with the mirror tube placed in just the right position, a clear image of a skull emerges.
"Reminiscent of Dali's dreamlike and often eerie style, this unexpected revelation adds a touch of surrealism to the already unique piece of furniture. This piece presents a rare opportunity for art collectors and enthusiasts to own a unique creation by one of the most iconic artists of the 20th century."
Salvador Dali, born in Catalonia, Spain, in 1904, was a prominent figure in the surrealist movement of the early 20th century.
He joined the Surrealist Group in 1929 and went on to become a leading light of the movement, known for his imaginative and thought-provoking artworks.
The lithograph featured in the coffee table was designed by Dali in 1972, showcasing his continued fascination with the concept of anamorphosis, a technique that distorts images to reveal hidden meanings.
The Salvador Dali coffee table, complete with the 'Le Crane' lithograph and original mirror tube, is expected to achieve a price of over £600 when it goes under the hammer at Halls Fine Art on May 7.
