Sam Francis

Untitled, 1984

106.7 X 73 inch

What is a gouache?

What is a gouache?

Gouache is an opaque watercolor paint that allows artists to layer from light to dark. Unlike traditional transparent watercolors, gouache is used for creating solid, vibrant colors. It belongs to the water-media category and is made of pigment, a binding agent, and an inert material, specifically designed for opaque painting.

Sam Francis

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Drawing / Watercolor

Gouache

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Frank Stella

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Drawing / Watercolor

Gouache

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Jean-Michel Folon

Untitled,

Painting

Gouache

USD 10,700

Sonia Delaunay

Untitled,

Painting

Gouache

GBP 10,150

Jitish Kallat

RSVP Studies - 3, 2005

Painting

Gouache

EUR 12,000

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