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Sam Francis — Untitled (SFM 82-072)
Sam Francis

Untitled (SFM 82-072)

A vibrant burst of spontaneous energy, this unique monotype showcases Sam Francis's signature abstract expressionist sensibility through richly saturated pools and splashes of color. The interplay of dry pigments and oil creates a luminous, layered surface, while the embossing adds a subtle tactile dimension that invites the eye to explore the handmade paper's textured terrain. Francis's dynamic compositional instincts are fully evident, balancing gestural freedom with an innate sense of chromatic harmony.

Medium
Unique monotype with dry pigments, oil in colors and embossing, on handmade paper, the full sheet.
Dimensions

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February 7, 2026

Estimate: $12,000$18,000

Sold: $24,510

Lot 129

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Sam Francis, Untitled (SFM 82-072)

A vibrant burst of spontaneous energy, this unique monotype showcases Sam Francis's signature abstract expressionist sensibility through richly saturated pools and splashes of color. The interplay of dry pigments and oil creates a luminous, layered surface, while the embossing adds a subtle tactile dimension that invites the eye to explore the handmade paper's textured terrain. Francis's dynamic compositional instincts are fully evident, balancing gestural freedom with an innate sense of chromatic harmony.

Medium
Unique monotype with dry pigments, oil in colors and embossing, on handmade paper, the full sheet.
Dimensions
75.2 x 64.1 cm
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

20th Century, Blue, Lyrical Abstraction, Male Artist, American, Mixed Media, Monotype, Expressive, American Artist, Abstract Expressionism, Handmade Paper, Gestural, Large Format, Modern, Abstract, Vibrant Colors, Gestural Abstract

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Collected by

Alex Capecelatro, Sebastián In Situ, Hamilton Selway Gallery