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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.
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.
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Untitled (SF-345), 1991
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
USD 20,000 - 25,000
Sam Francis
Web (SFS-136), 1972
Limited Edition Print
Screen-print
USD 23,000
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Untitled (SF-356), 1992
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
USD 14,400
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Untitled (SFE-073RC), 1973
Limited Edition Print
Etching And Aquatint
USD 7,800
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In, On And Of Paper, #1, 1977
Drawing / Watercolor
Mixed Media
USD 32,000 - 36,000
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Untitled From The Papierski Portfolio, 1992
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
EUR 6,000
Sam Francis
Private Listing
Drawing / Watercolor
Acrylic On Paper
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Sam Francis
Private Listing
Drawing / Watercolor
Gouache
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Sam Francis
Spring Solution, 1972
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
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Sam Francis
Self Portrait (SF-051), 1976
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
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Sam Francis
Private Listing
Drawing / Watercolor
Acrylic On Paper
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Sam Francis
Untitled (SFE-029), 1983
Limited Edition Print
Aquatint
USD 14,400
Sam Francis
Untitled (SFE-014), 1984
Limited Edition Print
Aquatint
USD 12,900
Sam Francis
Untitled (SFE-072), 1989
Limited Edition Print
Mixed Media
USD 9,600
Sam Francis
Dark Cup (SF-141), 1973
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
USD 6,700
Sam Francis
Untitled (SF-315), 1986
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
USD 8,500
Sam Francis
Metal Line, 1971
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
USD 8,500
Sam Francis
Untitled (LAP19), 1972
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
Currently Not Available
Sam Francis
Untitled From 1 Cent Life Portfolio, 1964
Limited Edition Print
Lithograph
Currently Not Available
Sam Francis
SFE 079, 1992
Limited Edition Print
Etching
Currently Not Available
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