An Evening With Salvador Dalí At The American Contemporary Art Gallery’s Surrealist Masquerade

On Saturday, February 23, Salvador Dalí admirers celebrated the Spanish icon donning elaborate masks at the American Contemporary Art Gallery‘s (ACA) Surrealist Masquerade.

The unique reception was packed with some of Manhattan’s most prestigious art dealers. Upon arrival, ACA curators walked The Knockturnal through the solo exhibition, and masquerade — acknowledging Dalí as a founding father of the surrealist experience. Dalí’s canvas’ are still renowned globally.

With the note of Dalí’s entry into the Surrealist Movement in 1929, attendees celebrated the painter, graphic artist, sculptor, and designer by reviewing some of his most coveted workings. As drinks began flowing, the ACA’s DJ spun radio favorites of the past and present. The gallery host encouraged art lovers to “unlock their subconscious.” Soon, colorfully arranged hors d’oeuvres were passed below Dalí’s tapestries — bringing each more viewing traction.

Read the full story by Bianca Alysse on The Knockturnal.com