Lithograph in colors on Rives BFK
USA, 1973
Sam Francis (1923-1994) – American Abstract Expressionist painter
Signed and numbered in pencil 10/30 (there were also 4 artist’s proofs)
Published and printed by The Litho Shop, Inc., Santa Monica, California
Lembark 168
Full sheet printed
Dimensions: 27 1/8 x 41 in. (68.9 x 104.1 cm.)
Very good condition
Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Sam Francis (American, 1923-1994)

California-born abstract expressionist painter Sam Francis is regarded as one of the 20th century’s leading interpreters of light and color. His first works were influenced by the Abstract Expressionism of Mark Rothko, Arshile Gorky, and Clyfford Still, but he quickly developed his own colorful abstract style after moving to Paris in 1950. In addition to New York abstract expressionism, his work holds references to color field painting, Chinese and Japanese art, French impressionism, and his own Bay Area roots. Throughout a long and prolific career, Francis created thousands of paintings as well as works on paper, prints, and monotypes.

Condition

Pale toning at sheet edges. ¾ inch expertly repaired tear center right margin. Otherwise in generally good condition.

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