The Angel of Port Lligat

'The Angel of Port Lligat' refers to a pair of religious paintings by Salvador Dalí created around 1949-1950. The original 1949 religious painting, measuring 49.5 x 38.3 cm, was presented by Dalí to Pope Pius XII for approval. A larger second version from circa 1950, approximately 275 x 210 cm, features variations in poses and details. Both artworks reflect Dalí’s mastery of Surrealism and his deep engagement with religious themes. The smaller painting resides at the Haggerty Museum of Art in Milwaukee, while the larger one is displayed at the Fukuoka Art Museum in Japan.