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Sam Francis — In this lot, we are presented with an intimate yet accomplished composition by the great American postwar painter Sam Francis. By the time the 1970s came about, Francis had already established himself as an imposing figure in the art world. Having already shown at MoMA and helped engineer the
Sam Francis

In this lot, we are presented with an intimate yet accomplished composition by the great American postwar painter Sam Francis. By the time the 1970s came about, Francis had already established himself as an imposing figure in the art world. Having already shown at MoMA and helped engineer the

1970

Sam Francis's 1970 acrylic on paper composition demonstrates the accomplished mastery of this celebrated American postwar painter, showcasing his established place in art history.

Medium
acrylic on paper

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20th Century & Contemporary Art & Design Day Sale

July 9, 2020

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Sam Francis, In this lot, we are presented with an intimate yet accomplished composition by the great American postwar painter Sam Francis. By the time the 1970s came about, Francis had already established himself as an imposing figure in the art world. Having already shown at MoMA and helped engineer the, 1970

Sam Francis's 1970 acrylic on paper composition demonstrates the accomplished mastery of this celebrated American postwar painter, showcasing his established place in art history.

Medium
acrylic on paper
Year
1970
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Acrylic On Paper, American, Abstract Expressionism, Sam Francis, Color Field, Abstract, Postwar, 1970

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Collected by

Alex Capecelatro, Sebastián In Situ, Hamilton Selway Gallery