Jesus Is Tempted by Satan (Jesus a Satana Tentatur)
Salvador Dalí
A dramatic biblical composition from Dalí’s Biblia Sacra series, presenting the temptation of Christ through vivid color and symbolic surrealist imagery. Registration No. 100654.004
Museum Identification
Curator & Research
Curator Notes
One of the five foundational Dalí works acquired together as a group. My eyes were particularly drawn to this piece due to its stunning depiction of Christ’s sacrifice. The size of this artwork, along with its beautiful frame, makes it the centerpiece of the museum’s Dali collection.
Acquisition Story
Purchased with four companion Dalí works from Michael Griswold on January 23, 2025. The group became a cornerstone of the BlazerQuest collection.
Provenance
Park West Gallery; acquired from Michael Griswold by Bill of Sale dated January 23, 2025; subsequently recorded in Robert A. Blaser’s name by Park West.
Research Notes
The most recent appraisal date for this artwork is 08/07/2025. This is one of one-hundred-and-five illustrations from the “Biblia Sacra” by Salvador Dali published by Rizzoli Editions, Milan, Italy, 1969 and edited by Giuseppe Albaretto, from the collection of Roberto Mastella. This 19 inch by 13.75 inch lithograph is a 1964 edition, signed by Salvador Dali between 1976 and 1979. Park West Registration No. 100654.004
Appraisal & Authentication
Appraisal
$29,500 formal appraisal; current market review recommended Appraisal PDFOriginal appraisal and authentication documentation maintained by the Museum and available upon request.
COA / Authentication
Supporting Park West records and formal appraisal available; individual COA set to be linked provided below.
Collector Inquiry
If interested in acquiring this artwork, contact Museum Curator:
Bob Blaser
(602) 918-4290
bblaser28@gmail.com
An inquiry does not imply that the artwork is currently offered for sale. Availability and acquisition terms are determined by the Museum Curator.
Confidence & Gaps
Museum Record
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