Salvador Dali was a Spanish surrealist artist who is best known for his iconic paintings such as The Persistence of Memory. He was born in Figueres, Spain in 1904 and is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Dali was a leader in the Surrealist movement, which sought to explore the subconscious mind through art. His works often featured dream-like imagery and were heavily influenced by his own personal experiences. Dali's influence on the art world continues to this day, and he is remembered as the Salvador of Surrealism.