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ART 265-01, Dali Surrealism and Beyond, Spring 2012
King, Elliot
King, Elliot
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Salvador Dalí (1904—1989) is one of the most famous and controversial artists of the twentieth century.
He is also the artist most widely associated with the Surrealist movement, though that connection was more
fraught than many people realize. This course will study the development of Surrealist art and thought,
keeping in mind that for its practitioners Surrealism was – and remains – foremost a revolution, striving to
"transform the world" (Marx) and "change life" (Rimbaud). We will examine writings and ideas underlying
key works by artists such as Magritte and Max Ernst; watch Surrealist films; take part in Surrealist
activities; and play Surrealist “games of chance”. After week four, we will concentrate on Dalí’s life and
art in context, assessing his relationship with Surrealism and other art movements as well as his continued
relevance (and popularity) today. N.b., Although we will attempt to adhere as closely as possible
to this syllabus, details are subject to change.
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This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the course instructor.