La noblesse du temps, persistance de la mémoire, connu aussi comme ‘Stillness of Time’ 1975

“La noblesse du temps, persistance de la mémoire, connu aussi comme ‘Stillness of Time’” is a 1975 surrealist artwork by Salvador Dalí. The artwork features a melting pocket watch that has been transformed into a tree trunk, and the roots of this tree intertwine with the rocks and a woman holding a net. This theme is a common one in Dalí’s work, as he was fascinated by the concept of time and how it affects our perception of reality. The artwork's distorted clock face and seemingly melting form suggest that time is not fixed but can be manipulated and even stopped. This depiction of the fluidity of time is reminiscent of Dalí's most famous work, “The Persistence of Memory,” which features melting pocket watches. Dalí's signature style, characterized by vivid colors, detailed and precise brushstrokes, and meticulously crafted compositions, is evident in this artwork. It is a captivating example of Dalí’s ability to explore the complexities of the human mind and its relationship to time.