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Birth
Dalí was born Figueres, Spain. -
Education
Dalí studied at the San Fernando Academy of Arts in Madrid for four years until he was expelled for causing unrest. -
Basket of Bread
Dalí started out with style of realism, which is portrayed in this painting. -
The Persistence of Memory
The painting, which portrays many melting watches, is a rejection of time as a solid and deterministic influence. -
Marriage
Dalí married the love of his life, Gala, in a secret, civil ceremony. -
Swans Reflecting Elephants
This painting included a double image, which was a common aspect to many of Dalí's paintings. -
World War II
Dalí and Gala escaped World War II by moving to the United States, where they lived for eight years. -
Christ of Saint John of the Cross
Dalí was fascinated with the Crucifixion and constantly painted different depictions of the scene. -
Death
Dalí died at the age of 84 due to heart failure.
