Composition Au Cygne et à l’Éléphant (1947) exemplifies Dalí’s mastery of precise line work and surrealist invention. Executed in china ink on paper, the drawing juxtaposes the elegance of a swan with the imposing form of an elephant, creating a tension between grace and weight, fragility and strength. The piece reflects Dalí’s fascination with metamorphosis, symbolic animals, and dream logic, where seemingly unrelated forms merge into a coherent, psychologically charged composition.

Dalí’s drawings, like his paintings, demonstrate his meticulous attention to detail, refined draftsmanship, and imaginative power. Works on paper allowed him to explore spontaneous ideas, experiments with form, and surrealist narratives in a more intimate scale. Composition Au Cygne et à l’Éléphant exemplifies these qualities, offering a window into his inventive mind during the post-war period.

Dalí’s oeuvre is held in major international collections, including the Museum of Modern Art (New York), the Salvador Dalí Museum (St. Petersburg, Florida), the Tate Modern (London), and the Centre Pompidou (Paris). His work continues to influence generations of artists, designers, and filmmakers, securing his legacy as one of the most iconic figures of 20th-century art.