The Royal Heart by Salvador Dalí — The Beating Heart in Figueres.

Salvador Dalí’s Royal Heart — The Beating Jewel of Figueres

The so-called Royal Heart (The Royal Heart) is one of the most captivating and symbolic works in Dalí’s universe. Housed in the Dalí Theatre-Museum in Figueres, this animated jewel embodies the perfect fusion of art, emotion, love, and life, condensing the Catalan master’s surrealist philosophy into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Defining the Royal Heart

Created in 1953, The Royal Heart belongs to the Dalí·Joies collection, a series of surrealist jewels conceived by Dalí not as mere decorative objects, but as living, symbolic sculptures.

The piece was designed by Salvador Dalí and technically executed in collaboration with the renowned American jeweler Carlos Alemany, a specialist in high artistic jewelry who helped transform Dalí’s intricate designs into reality.

Materials and Craftsmanship

The Royal Heart seamlessly combines artistry, engineering, and high-precision jewelry:

Handcrafted solid gold.
More than 40 diamonds.
Carved natural rubies.
Emeralds and other precious stones.
Hidden mechanical system giving the heart a rhythmic beat.

The pulsating movement made the piece radically innovative for its time: a truly living jewel.

The Symbolic Universe of Dalí’s Heart

The Crowned Heart

The crown symbolizes:

Love reigning over reason.
Emotion as the supreme sovereign of human existence.
Feeling holding ultimate authority over logic.

For Dalí, imagination and desire were forces superior to rational thought.

A Heart That Beats

The internal mechanism that animates the heart represents:

Everlasting life.
Art as a living organism.
Eternal emotion.

Dalí intended for visitors to feel as though the entire museum itself were breathing and alive.

Gems as Sacred Relics

The precious stones elevate the heart to the status of an almost sacred relic:

Love as a spiritual treasure.
Human fragility.
Emotional vulnerability transformed into art.

Gala: The Secret Heart

Many historians interpret the work as a tribute to Gala Dalí, the artist’s ultimate muse. The heart embodies:

Dalí’s own heart offered to the world.
The pure expression of love.
The fusion of eroticism, spirituality, and devotion.

Exhibition Location

Dalí Theatre-Museum
Plaça Gala i Salvador Dalí, 5
17600 Figueres, Girona — Spain

Visiting Hours

Tuesday to Sunday: 10:30 – 18:00
Summer: extended hours
Monday: closed (seasonal)

Advance booking is recommended.

The Dalí Triangle: A Journey into the Master’s World

The Royal Heart is part of the famed Dalí Triangle, comprising three essential locations:

Dalí Theatre-Museum — birthplace of artistic genius.
Salvador Dalí House-Museum — creative and vital sanctuary.
Púbol Castle — Gala’s private retreat.

The Dalí Experience at Magic Dreams Barcelona

At Magic Dreams Barcelona, embark on a unique and unforgettable journey through the places most emblematic of Salvador Dalí’s life and work: Figueres, Cadaqués, and Púbol.

This curated experience is designed for connoisseurs of art, culture, and nature, particularly those wishing to deeply understand the symbolic universe of the beloved master Salvador Dalí.

Premium Dalí Itinerary — 3 Days

Exclusive Cultural Visits

Dalí Museum in Figueres.
Casa-Museo in Cadaqués.
Púbol Castle.
Tickets included with a specialized guide in Dalí symbolism.

Selected Accommodations

Boutique hotels.
Iconic homes with artistic character.
Personalized options according to preferences.

Gourmet Experiences

Carefully selected restaurants.
Private chef experiences.
Customized menus.

Seamless Logistics

Private transportation.
Comprehensive itinerary planning.
Continuous assistance.

Immersive Connection with Dalí

Guided tours of neighborhoods and landscapes where Dalí lived and created, revealing the secrets of the Empordà region.

Artistic and Sensory Experiences

Private concerts: violin, piano, opera, and classical music.
Dalí-themed décor.
Private dinners inspired by his surreal universe.

Nature, Wellness, and Knowledge

Guided hikes in Cap de Creus Natural Park.
Expert-led experiences in botany, ornithology, and lepidopterology.
Meditation, mindfulness, and wellness sessions.
Local spa and massage experiences.

Art and Memory

Art and photography workshops.
Professional documentation of the entire experience.
Unique and lasting souvenirs.

Every experience is fully customized to the visitor’s interests, budget, and pace. Our team, native to Catalonia and connected to the Dalí territory for over 49 years, offers unparalleled knowledge of the artist, his symbolism, and the Empordà region, with privileged access to the Dalí Triangle.

Discover Dalí’s universe in a private, intimate, and profoundly emotional way.

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