Noblesse du Temps
Andorra la Vella
Noblesse du Temps is a monumental bronze sculpture created by the renowned surrealist artist Salvador Dalí. Weighing approximately 1,400 kilograms and measuring 4.90 meters in height, 1.70 meters in depth, and 2.60 meters in length, this artwork symbolizes the passage of time. The sculpture features a clock mounted on a tree trunk crowned to represent how time dominates humanity. Originally gifted to the Government of Andorra in 1999 by Dalí's confidant and art collector Enric Sabater, it was relocated in 2010 to its current prominent position in Plaça de la Rotonda in Andorra la Vella. This piece is part of a series by Dalí exploring the theme of time and stands as a significant cultural landmark in the capital city, inviting visitors to reflect on the abstract concept of time amid the bustling urban environment.
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Tip: Visit Noblesse du Temps during daylight hours to fully appreciate the intricate details of Dalí's bronze work. Combine your visit with a walk around Andorra la Vella’s historical center to discover other contemporary sculptures and fountains. Tickets are not required as it is an outdoor public artwork. Early mornings or late afternoons offer pleasant lighting and fewer crowds. Check local event calendars for cultural festivals that may enhance your experience.
Interesting facts
- •Noblesse du Temps weighs approximately 1,400 kilograms and stands nearly 5 meters tall.
- •It is part of a series by Salvador Dalí focused on the theme of time.
- •The sculpture was a gift from Enric Sabater, a prominent art collector and Dalí's confidant.
- •The crowned clock on the sculpture symbolizes time's dominance over humanity.
- •Since 2010, it has been located in Plaça de la Rotonda, a central square in Andorra la Vella.
History
The sculpture Noblesse du Temps was created by Salvador Dalí as part of a series symbolizing the passage of time.
It was gifted to the Government of Andorra in 1999 by Enric Sabater, a close confidant and collector of Dalí's work.
In 2010, the sculpture was moved to its current location in Plaça de la Rotonda, Andorra la Vella, where it has since become a notable public monument.
The installation reflects Dalí's surrealist exploration of time's dominion over humanity, embodied by the crowned clock on a tree trunk.
Place Guide
Noblesse du Temps Sculpture1999
This monumental bronze sculpture by Salvador Dalí represents the passage of time with a clock on a crowned tree trunk, symbolizing time's dominion over humanity. It invites contemplation amid the urban setting of Andorra la Vella.
