The Basket of Bread (1926) Oil on a "WOOD" panel (32cm x 32cm).
The painting depicts four pieces of bread with butter on them sitting in a basket. One is separated from the others and is half-bitten. The basket sits on a white cloth. Dali was studying the Dutch and Flemish Masters, this painting shows Dali's mastery of his draftsmanship skills and true understanding of "SUPER-REALISM" . Dali's photo realistic depiction of the basket of bread is clearly apparent, and the crustiness of the bread contrasts with the crisp white folds of the cloth beneath. We see Dali's technical expertise in shadow and light paying homage to the likes of Italian Baroque artist, Caravaggio (1572 – 1610) whom he studied.