Portrait of My Father
c. 1925
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4 works across 1 institution
Barcelona's Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya holds 4 works by Salvador Dalí (1904–1989) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Dalí became the most recognisable face of Surrealism, combining technically precise, almost photographic painting with hallucinatory imagery drawn from dreams and the unconscious. Born in Catalonia, he worked in Spain, France, and the United States, and founded the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres — the largest Surrealist object in the world.
Works by Salvador Dalí are protected by copyright — images cannot be displayed. Each result links to Wikidata, where you can find the museum's own listing for the work.
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
Barcelona · 4 works on display
The MNAC, housed in the Palau Nacional on Montjuïc, holds the world's finest collection of Romanesque art alongside significant holdings of Gothic, Renaissance, and modern Catalan painting. The building and its views over Barcelona are extraordinary.
Birth of a Goddess
c. 1960
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Portrait of Joan Maria Torres
c. 1921
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Nans Cove. Cadaqués
c. 1920
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About the artist
Salvador Dalí
Spanish · Surrealism · 1904–1989
Dalí became the most recognisable face of Surrealism, combining technically precise, almost photographic painting with hallucinatory imagery drawn from dreams and the unconscious. Born in Catalonia, he worked in Spain, France, and the United States, and founded the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres — the largest Surrealist object in the world.
Key works
The Persistence of MemoryThe ElephantsSwans Reflecting Elephants
Frequently asked questions
How many Salvador Dalí paintings are on display in Barcelona?
Our current data shows 4 Salvador Dalí paintings on display in Barcelona, spread across the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Barcelona has the most Salvador Dalí paintings?
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya holds all 4 known Salvador Dalí works in Barcelona.
Where else can I see Salvador Dalí's paintings?
Salvador Dalí's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Salvador Dalí →
Planning your visit to Barcelona
Barcelona's art museums are spread across several neighbourhoods — the Museu Picasso is in the Gothic Quarter, MNAC is on Montjuïc, and MACBA is in El Raval. Most major museums offer free entry on the first Sunday of each month. The Barcelona Card includes museum discounts and unlimited public transport.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.