Sam Francis

Untitled, 1984

106.7 X 73 inch

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Sam Francis, Metal Line, lithograph; abstract composition with black, gray, and brown splatters framing a central white space.

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// Metal Line by Sam Francis, created in 1971, is a dynamic lithograph that encapsulates the artist's abstract expressionist style. This piece is filled with an energetic array of splatters, drips, and smudges in shades of black, grey, and dark brown that frame a central white space, creating a sense of depth and movement. Francis’s layered application of ink evokes a sense of spontaneity and fluidity, while the contrasting colors highlight the expressive quality of his work. The irregular, almost chaotic patterns suggest natural elements like stone or metal textures, resonating with the title Metal Line. This lithograph captures Francis’s signature exploration of space, form, and gesture, inviting viewers to interpret the abstract forms within their own personal context.

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Sam Francis

Metal Line, 1971

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// Metal Line by Sam Francis, created in 1971, is a dynamic lithograph that encapsulates the artist's abstract expressionist style. This piece is filled with an energetic array of splatters, drips, and smudges in shades of black, grey, and dark brown that frame a central white space, creating a sense of depth and movement. Francis’s layered application of ink evokes a sense of spontaneity and fluidity, while the contrasting colors highlight the expressive quality of his work. The irregular, almost chaotic patterns suggest natural elements like stone or metal textures, resonating with the title Metal Line. This lithograph captures Francis’s signature exploration of space, form, and gesture, inviting viewers to interpret the abstract forms within their own personal context.

Artwork Copyright © Sam Francis
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Sam Francis's Untitled (SF-345), colorful lithograph with splatters, drips, and brushstrokes, showcasing vibrant movement and abstract expressionism.

Sam Francis

Untitled (SF-345), 1991

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 20,000 - 25,000

Sam Francis, Web (SFS-136), screenprint with splashes and drips of red, yellow, and blue on white background, resembling cosmic clusters.

Sam Francis

Web (SFS-136), 1972

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

USD 23,000

Sam Francis Untitled (SF-356) lithograph, vibrant red circle with colorful splatters and drips radiating outward, abstract expressionist style.

Sam Francis

Untitled (SF-356), 1992

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 14,400

Sam Francis's 1973 etching and aquatint Untitled (SFE-073RC), featuring bold green brushstrokes over a vibrant yellow background.

Sam Francis

Untitled (SFE-073RC), 1973

Limited Edition Print

Etching And Aquatint

USD 7,800

Sam Francis’s In, On and Of Paper, #1, 1977, abstract mixed media with vibrant splashes of blue, red, and yellow on handmade textured paper.

Sam Francis

In, On And Of Paper, #1, 1977

Drawing / Watercolor

Mixed Media

USD 32,000 - 36,000

Sam Francis's Untitled from the Papierski Portfolio, 1992 lithograph with vibrant splatters of purple, green, blue, and yellow in abstract composition.

Sam Francis

Untitled From The Papierski Portfolio, 1992

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 6,000

Small abstract painting by Sam Francis featuring expressive splashes of red, yellow, blue, and green over a dark indigo background with white shapes breaking through. Acrylic on canvas, signed on the reverse.

Sam Francis

Untitled, 1988

Painting

Acrylic On Canvas

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Colorful abstract lithograph by Sam Francis, Untitled (SF-358) (1993), featuring red, blue, yellow, and green splashes and drips over a white background, suggestive of action painting and expressive movement.

Sam Francis

Untitled (SF-358), 1993

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

EUR 8,000

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Drawing / Watercolor

Acrylic On Paper

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Private Listing

Sam Francis

Private Listing

Drawing / Watercolor

Gouache

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Sam Francis's Spring Solution, abstract lithograph, black ink splatters and organic shapes across a white background, evoking movement.

Sam Francis

Spring Solution, 1972

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

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Sam Francis's Self Portrait (SF-051), abstract lithograph, black and gray splatters forming a smiling face, with expressive and chaotic strokes.

Sam Francis

Self Portrait (SF-051), 1976

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

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Private Listing

Sam Francis

Private Listing

Drawing / Watercolor

Acrylic On Paper

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Sam Francis's Untitled (SFE-029), a vibrant aquatint print featuring dynamic splatters and colorful organic shapes on a vertical canvas.

Sam Francis

Untitled (SFE-029), 1983

Limited Edition Print

Aquatint

USD 14,400

Sam Francis, Untitled (SFE-014), aquatint, abstract vertical composition with splashes of blue, red, purple, and black.

Sam Francis

Untitled (SFE-014), 1984

Limited Edition Print

Aquatint

USD 12,900

Sam Francis, Untitled (SFE-072), vibrant monoprint and aquatint with splattered colors and bold black shapes on Rives BFK paper.

Sam Francis

Untitled (SFE-072), 1989

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

USD 9,600

Sam Francis Dark Cup lithograph with dynamic black splatters and drips layered across a white background in abstract composition.

Sam Francis

Dark Cup (SF-141), 1973

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 6,700

Sam Francis's Untitled (SF-315), 1986 lithograph with vivid splashes of green, blue, yellow, and red on a white background.

Sam Francis

Untitled (SF-315), 1986

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 8,500

Sam Francis, Metal Line, lithograph; abstract composition with black, gray, and brown splatters framing a central white space.

Sam Francis

Metal Line, 1971

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

USD 8,500

Sam Francis’s Untitled (LAP19), black ink abstract shapes and splatters on white background, original lithograph from 1972

Sam Francis

Untitled (LAP19), 1972

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

Currently Not Available

Sam Francis' 1964 lithograph Untitled from 1 Cent Life Portfolio with red and blue splatters radiating from a central circle.

Sam Francis

Untitled From 1 Cent Life Portfolio, 1964

Limited Edition Print

Lithograph

Currently Not Available

Sam Francis' SFE 079, limited edition etching; abstract colorful splashes in red, blue, green, and yellow with dynamic forms.

Sam Francis

SFE 079, 1992

Limited Edition Print

Etching

Currently Not Available

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