These Newly-Colorized Historical Photos Reveal Shocking Things

Salvador Dali

The famous painter was photographed on board the S.S. Normandie in New York City in 1936. His art style experimented with post-modern visuals and surrealist ideals. His trips to New York inspired his work for much of his life.

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