Teacher Concetta La Fauci

* He was born on 11 May 1904 in Figueres, Spain, and became interested in painting at a young age.

* He studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts San Fernando in Madrid, but was expelled from the school due to his eccentric personality.

* He became one of the most important representatives of the Surrealism movement and created iconic works such as ‘The Perseverance of Memory’ (The Melting Hours).

* He married Gala Dalí, who became both his wife and his inspiration.

* He was interested not only in painting but also in other art forms such as sculpture, film, photography and design.

* He died on 23 January 1989 in Figueres, leaving behind a unique artistic legacy recognised worldwide.