Hello, this item is a modern portrait executed in pastel or mixed media on paper, depicting a young woman in a soft, stylized manner that aligns with late 20th century decorative portrait practice rather than early or mid 20th century avant garde work. The surface handling, color palette, and blending technique are consistent with contemporary studio production, not with the technical or conceptual language of Salvador Dalí. The visible signature, reading “Dali 73” or similar, does not correspond to known authenticated Dalí signatures in form, placement, or execution. Additionally, Dalí did not produce works in this stylistic manner, especially not conventional portraiture of this type. The presence of a standard commercial mat board, visible tape, and a “Nat Mat” backing further confirms a later framing context, which does not support period authenticity. These elements strongly indicate that the signature is apocryphal and that the work is not by Dalí.

From a market perspective, works falsely attributed to Dalí are common, particularly with added signatures meant to increase perceived value. Without credible provenance, catalogue reference, or authentication from a recognized authority such as the Dalí Foundation, this piece should be treated as a decorative artwork. Its value rests purely in its aesthetic appeal rather than authorship. Comparable unsigned or decorative portraits of similar quality typically sell in the range of $100 to $300 USD.