Hypnos, the Greek god of sleep, lives in a land of eternal darkness. He is often depicted as a young man with wings, with a horn of opium or poppy stems. © The Pierre Argillet Collection.
Inspired by the Greek god of sleep, Hypnos, Salvador Dalí reveals his lifelong fascination with dreams and the unconscious. Through his surrealist language, Dalí transforms a classical deity into a poetic and enigmatic composition. Published by Pierre Argillet, Hypnos remains an exceptional example of Dalí’s graphic mastery and one of the most captivating works from the Mythology Suite.

The Mythology Suite consists of 16 mixed-media prints incorporating engraving and drypoint etching, with hand coloring, measuring 22 x 30 inches.
Published between 1963 and 1965. Edition size: 1-150 signed and numbered on Arches, I-XX EA on Japanese paper, and I-C on Japanese paper.

Salvador Dali – Off The Wall Gallery Houston, Texas.