The sculpture Profile of Time echoes Dalí’s famous painting The Persistence of Memory, where the iconic melting clock was first introduced. As the clock drapes over the branches of an olive tree, it transforms into a human profile—a double image. When you tilt your head to the left, Dalí’s profile is revealed in the clock’s face, featuring an eye, a pointed nose, and a number nine symbolizing Dalí’s mustache. A tear falls from his eye, lamenting the path of life that all humans must walk, emphasizing the infinite relationship between humanity and time. The clock’s unexpected softness also represents the psychological aspect where time, despite being considered precise by nature, can vary greatly in human perception. Profile of Time is a symbol-laden sculpture filled with imagery from Dalí’s most celebrated works.

Signed and numbered. A certificate from The Dalí Universe and Perseo accompanies the sculpture.