15th - 20th Cent. Masters
Salvador Dalí
Ace
Dalí featured the Ace of Spades with a unique image of legs and arms in opposite directions. We notice the classic spade symbol in the middle of the limbs, surrounded by a thick red circle with swords piercing through it. The central red circle can be interpreted in various ways. One possibility is that it represents the sun, a powerful and life-giving force symbolizing divinity and power in many cultures throughout history. Another interpretation is that it represents the "third eye," which is associated with intuition, perception, and enlightenment in many spiritual traditions. The arms and legs extending from the central circle may represent different aspects of human experience or consciousness. The star shape formed by the arms and legs may also have symbolic significance. In many cultures, the star symbolizes guidance, inspiration, and aspiration. It can also represent balance, harmony, and interconnectedness, as each point of the star is connected to the others.