Artists & Writers · 20th Century
Salvador Dalí’s Last Words
“Where is my clock?”— Salvador Dalí, January 23, 1989
Who Was Salvador Dalí?
Salvador Dalí was the master of Surrealism, known for his bizarre dreamlike images such as The Persistence of Memory with its melting clocks. His flamboyant personality matched his art.
The Final Moments
Dalí died at Torre Galatea in Figueres, Spain, near the Dalí Theatre-Museum he had created. His final years were spent in mourning after the death of his wife and muse Gala.
Are These Words Verified?
This quote appears apocryphal and likely invented to fit Dalí's surrealist persona and 'Persistence of Memory.' No credible firsthand witness has been identified, and the quote's neat symbolism suggests post-hoc fabrication.
Sources
- biography Various posthumous biographies
- other No contemporary firsthand accounts
- other Robert Descharnes (friend/photographer)
Legacy
Dalí's surrealist vision transformed 20th century art. His Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres remains one of Spain's most visited attractions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Salvador Dalí’s last words?
“Where is my clock?”
How did Salvador Dalí die?
Salvador Dalí died on January 23, 1989 at the age of 84. Cause of death: Heart failure.
Were Salvador Dalí’s last words documented?
This quote appears apocryphal and likely invented to fit Dalí's surrealist persona and 'Persistence of Memory.' No credible firsthand witness has been identified, and the quote's neat symbolism suggests post-hoc fabrication.
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