Iconic silver gelatin photograph by Philippe Halsman from the Halsman/Dalí 1981 portfolio of ten photographs taken in 1953. Verso stamped "Halsman/Dalí - Copyright Philippe Halsman "81" along with the edition number (10/250).  Included is the portfolio's frontispiece and forward by Halsman's, wife Yvonne.  Photograph size: 14 x 11 inches, and was issued archivally mounted with 20 x 16 rag mat board (displayed on a black background).  Mint condition new old stock, ex. Phyllis Lucas Gallery collection.
 
Philippe Halsman (1906-1979) was a highly influential photographer, best known for his innovative portrait photography and collaborations with Salvador Dalí.  He was born in Latvia, later became a naturalized American citizen.  Halsman's work was characterized by his creative approach to capturing the essence of his subjects.  He often used humor, surrealism, and unexpected elements to create striking and memorable portraits.  One of his famous techniques was the "jumpology" series, where he photographed his subjects, including celebrities and public figures, while they were mid-air, capturing their playful and spontaneous expressions.

Throughout his career, Philippe Halsman worked with prestigious magazines such as Life, Vogue, and Esquire, with his photographs gracing numerous covers, and he photographed numerous well-known figures, including Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Albert Einstein, Winston Churchill, and many others.  He also published several books showcasing his photographs and insights into his unique artistic approach.  Philippe Halsman's work has left a lasting impact on the world of photography, and his contributions to the art form are still celebrated and admired to this day.  It has been said that before there was Photoshop, there was Halsman.
 
Salvador Dalí was simply one of the most famous and influential artists of the 20th century. Dalí's works were characterized by his unique and imaginative style, blending surrealism with meticulous attention to detail. His art often delved into the realms of dreams, the subconscious, and the irrational. He was deeply influenced by the psychoanalytic theories of Sigmund Freud, which can be seen in his paintings that depict distorted, dreamlike landscapes and bizarre, melting objects.

Dalí was not only a painter but also a skilled printmaker, sculptor, writer, and filmmaker. In addition to his art, Dalí was known for his eccentric personality and flamboyant style. He became a prominent figure in the Surrealist movement, a group of artists who sought to explore the subconscious mind and challenge traditional artistic norms. Salvador Dalí passed away in 1989, but his legacy continues to be celebrated, and his influence on the art world remains significant.

Some of Salvador Dalí's most iconic paintings include: "The Persistence of Memory" (perhaps his most famous painting), "Swans Reflecting Elephants", and "The Discovery of America by Christopher Columbus". Dalí was a prolific printmaker, with his most famous series of prints including "Biblia Sacra", "Divine Comedy", "Alice in Wonderland", "Changes in Great Masterpieces" and “The World Of Currier And Ives as interpreted by Salvador Dali”, the latter two series being published by the Phyllis Lucas Gallery.  Hudson-John Gallery is founded by a former Wall Street manager who gained his art experience under Michael Lucas of the renowned Phyllis Lucas Gallery,