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Sam Francis — Bright Ring
Sam Francis

Bright Ring

1966

Bright Ring by Sam Francis is a vibrant and dynamic acrylic on canvas that showcases the artist's signature style of bold, gestural color fields. Luminous splashes and drips of vivid hues radiate outward, creating a sense of explosive energy and movement across the composition. The work reflects Francis's deep engagement with light and color, drawing connections between Abstract Expressionism and the lyrical freedom of his own distinctive visual language.

Medium
acrylic on canvas

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale

November 17, 2016

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Sam Francis, Bright Ring, 1966

Bright Ring by Sam Francis is a vibrant and dynamic acrylic on canvas that showcases the artist's signature style of bold, gestural color fields. Luminous splashes and drips of vivid hues radiate outward, creating a sense of explosive energy and movement across the composition. The work reflects Francis's deep engagement with light and color, drawing connections between Abstract Expressionism and the lyrical freedom of his own distinctive visual language.

Medium
acrylic on canvas
Year
1966
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

20th Century, Lyrical Abstraction, Acrylic On Canvas, Energetic Mood, Circular Forms, Male Artist, Gestural Painting, Joyful Mood, American Artist, Abstract Expressionism, Large Format, Modern Master, Circular Motif, Vibrant Colors

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Collected by

Alex Capecelatro, Sebastián In Situ, Hamilton Selway Gallery