Dali Atomicus 1948

"Dali Atomicus" (1948) by Philippe Halsman is a surrealist photograph that captures the artist Salvador Dali in a state of mid-air levitation. The image features three cats leaping through a flowing arc of water, a chair flipped upside down, and Dali himself suspended in mid-air, all in a studio setting. The composition is a testament to Halsman's mastery of photographic technique and manipulation, creating a whimsical and dream-like atmosphere. The image is a playful exploration of the boundaries between reality and fantasy, a hallmark of Dali's artistic style.