The artwork titled “First Cylindric Crono-Hologram. Portrait of Alice Cooper’s Brain” was created by the renowned artist Salvador Dali in 1973. Employing the medium of holography, which was quite innovative at the time, Dali ventured into the realms of three-dimensional representation, aligning with his continued exploration of surrealistic imagery. This piece can be categorized within the installation genre and is influenced by both Dada and Surrealism art movements.
Upon examining the artwork, one is presented with a cylindrical hologram casting an illuminated, three-dimensional figure. This figure, rendered in warm hues of red and yellow, appears seated amidst a dark space which could suggest the abstract terrain of a mind’s interior, fitting the conceptualization as a ‘Portrait of Alice Cooper’s Brain’. The use of holographic technology is particularly mesmerizing, as it allows the subject to be viewed from multiple angles, imparting a virtual presence within the cylindrical display. The method of presentation and the choice of subject reflect an intertwining of avant-garde art principles and the fascination with human consciousness—a recurrent theme in Dali’s oeuvre.
