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Painter, b. 1923 - d. 1994

(b San Mateo, CA, 1923;d Santa Monica, CA, 1994) American Painter and Printmaker. Sam Francis began to paint after a plan crash and illness hospitalized him. He completed his BA (1949) and MA (1950) at the University of California at Berkeley. During this period, Surrealism and the Abstract Expressionism of Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko and particularly Clyfford Still influenced Francis. In 1956, he was featured in the “12 Americans” exhibit at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Besides his work on canvas, Francis painted several murals for major institutions and established The Litho Shop to create his own prints. Francis died due to complications of cancer in 1994. (Biographical information courtesy of the Sam Francis Foundation)

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                  • FRANCIS SAM (1923 - 1994) - UNTITLED (NATIONAL COLLECTION OF FINE ART PORTFOLIO), 1968
                    Dec. 17, 2024

                    FRANCIS SAM (1923 - 1994) - UNTITLED (NATIONAL COLLECTION OF FINE ART PORTFOLIO), 1968

                    Est: €1,500 - €2,500

                    FRANCIS SAM (1923 - 1994). UNTITLED (NATIONAL COLLECTION OF FINE ART PORTFOLIO), 1968 . signature and edition in pencil, ex. 69/144. total edition: 144 copies publisher: HKL Ltd., New York Printer: Atelier Mourlot, Ltd., New York SITOGRAPHY: https://www.moma.org/collection/works/73699?association=portfolios&page=1&parent_id=73696&sov_referrer=association. 53,50 x 74 cm.

                    Capitolium Art
                  • Sam Francis - Untitled SF 350, 1992
                    Dec. 15, 2024

                    Sam Francis - Untitled SF 350, 1992

                    Est: CHF3,500 - CHF3,700

                    Sam Francis - Untitled SF 350, 1992 Lithograph in colors on BFK Rives paper, signed in pencil and justified "A.P." (Artist's Proof). Published by Daniel Papierski, Paris, 1992. Good condition, 76 x 56 cm. Lithographie en couleurs sur papier BFK Rives, signée au crayon et justifiée "A.P." (Epreuve d'Artiste). Edition Daniel Papierski, Paris, 1992. Bon état, 76 x 56 cm.

                    TGP Auction
                  • Self Portrait (SF85-172)
                    Dec. 12, 2024

                    Self Portrait (SF85-172)

                    Est: ¥4,000,000 - ¥5,000,000

                    acrylic on paper, signed and titled (on the reverse), framed, This work is registered as SF85-172 in the Sam Francis Archive

                    Mallet Auction
                  • Five Coral Screen
                    Dec. 12, 2024

                    Five Coral Screen

                    Est: ¥400,000 - ¥600,000

                    screenprint in colours, signed in pencil, numbered A.P.X (the edition was 75), on Arches, published by Gemini G.E.L., Los Angeles, with their chop marks, ink stamp and registration number 'SF72-5053', printed by Jeffrey Wasserman, the full sheet

                    Mallet Auction
                  • Firewood
                    Dec. 12, 2024

                    Firewood

                    Est: ¥400,000 - ¥600,000

                    screenprint in colours, signed in pencil, numbered 14/50 (there were also 10 A.P.), on Arches, published by Gemini G.E.L., Los Angeles, with their chop marks, ink stamp and registration number 'SF73-5059', printed by Gary Reams, the full sheet

                    Mallet Auction
                  • Sam Francis, America (1923-1994)
                    Dec. 11, 2024

                    Sam Francis, America (1923-1994)

                    Est: $6,000 - $8,000

                    Sam Francis, America (1923-1994) Abstract Expressionist Aquatine in Colors. Untitled. Sleeved between two (2) acrylic panels. Artist signed and marked AP I, in pencil. Image area measures: 35-1/2" H, 17-5/8" W, panels measure: 49-1/4" H, 30-3/8" W. Condition: Good condition. Estimate: $6000.00 - $8000.00 Domestic Shipping: Third party.

                    Kodner Galleries
                  • Sam Francis (American, 1923-1994) Untitled, circa 1980s
                    Dec. 11, 2024

                    Sam Francis (American, 1923-1994) Untitled, circa 1980s

                    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

                    Sam Francis (American, 1923-1994) Untitled, circa 1980s Unique monotype with mixed media on paper signed in pencil 22 x 22 1/2 inches. This lot is located in Chicago.

                    Freeman’s | Hindman
                  • Sam Francis (American, 1923-1994) Hurrah for the Red, White and Blue
                    Dec. 11, 2024

                    Sam Francis (American, 1923-1994) Hurrah for the Red, White and Blue

                    Est: $800 - $1,200

                    Sam Francis (American, 1923-1994) Hurrah for the Red, White and Blue color lithograph numbered 143/400 in pencil and with the red Japanese seal Sheet: 19 7/8 x 25 3/4 inches. This lot is located in Chicago.

                    Freeman’s | Hindman
                  • Sam Francis: King Corpse, 1986
                    Dec. 08, 2024

                    Sam Francis: King Corpse, 1986

                    Est: $12,000 - $15,000

                    Sam Francis (1923-1994) King Corpse , 1986 Screenprint in colors Signed, numbered, watermarked and published Gemini G.E.L. From the numbered edition of 65 Image: 42 x 58.5 in Frame: 43.625 x 60.75 in

                    Santa Monica Auctions
                  • Sam Francis: Untitled (Lembark I. 65, SFE-031), 1985
                    Dec. 08, 2024

                    Sam Francis: Untitled (Lembark I. 65, SFE-031), 1985

                    Est: $5,000 - $8,000

                    Sam Francis (1923-1994) Untitled (Lembark I. 65, SFE-031) , 1985 Aquatint in colors on wove paper, signed in pencil and annotated 'CTP I' (unique color variant, aside from the edition of 23 plus 4 artist's proofs), published/printed by The Litho Shop, Inc., Santa Monica, with full margins. Image: 39.625 x 27.75 in Frame: 44.625 x 32.625

                    Santa Monica Auctions
                  • Sam Francis: Untitled (SF-272), 1983/1984
                    Dec. 08, 2024

                    Sam Francis: Untitled (SF-272), 1983/1984

                    Est: $4,000 - $5,000

                    Sam Francis (1923-1994) Untitled (SF-272) (from Eight by Eight to Celebrate the Temporary Contemporary Portfolio) , 1983/1984 8-color lithograph on Rives BFK Paper From the numbered edition of 250 Signed/numbered on recto Image: 42 x 28.5 in Frame: 47.5 x 34.25 in

                    Santa Monica Auctions
                  • Sam Francis: Untitled, Self Portrait, (SF74-54), 1974
                    Dec. 08, 2024

                    Sam Francis: Untitled, Self Portrait, (SF74-54), 1974

                    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

                    Sam Francis (1923-1994) Untitled, Self Portrait, (SF74-54) , 1974 Gouache on paper Signed and titled on verso Stamp on verso from The Sam Francis Estate Provenance: Bobbie Greenfield Gallery, Santa Monica, CA Image: 18 x 11.75 in Frame: 20.5 x 14.5 in

                    Santa Monica Auctions
                  • SAM FRANCIS, 'SWATCH', SIGNED LIMITED EDITION LITHOGRAPH, 1992
                    Dec. 08, 2024

                    SAM FRANCIS, 'SWATCH', SIGNED LIMITED EDITION LITHOGRAPH, 1992

                    Est: $800 - $1,000

                    ARTIST: Sam Francis TITLE: Swatch DATE: 1992 MEDIUM: Lithograph on Velin paper EDITION: From the sold out edition of 2000 SIGNED: Signed on the verso DIMENSIONS: 30 X 8 in. CONDITION: Excellent Condition PRINTER: Printed by Mourlot DESCRIPTION: Published on the occasion of Sam Francis collaboration with Swatch for one of their watches in 1992.

                    Art Lovers Anonymous Auctions
                  • Sam Francis, California / Japan, France (1923-1994), Self Portrait, 1982, aquatint, A.P. edition
                    Dec. 07, 2024

                    Sam Francis, California / Japan, France (1923-1994), Self Portrait, 1982, aquatint, A.P. edition

                    Est: $200 - $300

                    Sam Francis California / Japan, France, (1923-1994) Self Portrait, 1982 aquatint, A.P. edition published by 3EP, printed by Ikuru Kuwahara, with blind stamps signed in pencil lower margin, unframed.

                    Link Auction Galleries
                  • Sam Francis, California / Japan, France (1923-1994), Pointing to the Future (SF-248), 1976, five-color lithograph on Arches 88, A.P. II
                    Dec. 07, 2024

                    Sam Francis, California / Japan, France (1923-1994), Pointing to the Future (SF-248), 1976, five-color lithograph on Arches 88, A.P. II

                    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

                    Sam Francis California / Japan, France, (1923-1994) Pointing to the Future (SF-248), 1976 five-color lithograph on Arches 88, A.P. II printed by Serge Lozingot, published by Gemini G.E.L, with blind stamps signed in pencil

                    Link Auction Galleries
                  • Sam Francis Poèmes dans le ciel II - L270. 1986. Lithographie auf festem Vélin. 76 x 56 cm. - Eine E
                    Dec. 07, 2024

                    Sam Francis Poèmes dans le ciel II - L270. 1986. Lithographie auf festem Vélin. 76 x 56 cm. - Eine E

                    Est: €400 - €600

                    Sam Francis Poèmes dans le ciel II - L270. 1986. Lithographie auf festem Vélin. 76 x 56 cm. - Eine Ecke minimal und kaum sichtbar bestoßen. Insgesamt sehr guter Zustand. Prachtvoller Druck der formatfüllenden Darstellung. Amerikanische Moderne Francis, Sam Poèmes dans le ciel II - L270. 1986. Lithographie auf festem Vélin. 76 x 56 cm. - Eine Ecke minimal und kaum sichtbar bestoßen. Insgesamt sehr guter Zustand. Prachtvoller Druck der formatfüllenden Darstellung. Lembark 314. - Herausgegeben von Francis Delille. Druck bei Desjobert in einer Auflage von 176 Exemplar. Hier vorliegend ein Probeabzug des Druckers. Lithograph on firm wove paper. - One corner minimally and barely visibly bumped. Overall very good condition. Splendid impression of the format-filling print. - Published by Francis Delille. Printed by Desjobert in an edition of 176 copies. The present sheet is a proof copy by the printer.

                    Jeschke Jádi Auctions Berlin GmbH
                  • Sam Francis o.T., aus: Papierski Portfolio. 1992. Farblithographie auf chamoisfarbenem BFK Rives. 76
                    Dec. 07, 2024

                    Sam Francis o.T., aus: Papierski Portfolio. 1992. Farblithographie auf chamoisfarbenem BFK Rives. 76

                    Est: €1,600 - €2,000

                    Sam Francis o.T., aus: Papierski Portfolio. 1992. Farblithographie auf chamoisfarbenem BFK Rives. 76,2 cm x 55,8 cm (76,2 x 55,8 cm). Signiert und nummeriert. Im Passepartout freigestellt und hochwertig unter Glas gerahmt (geöffnet). - Guter Zustand. Ausgesprochen prachtvoller, farbleuchtender Druck der formatfüllenden Darstellung. Amerikanische Moderne Francis, Sam o.T., aus: Papierski Portfolio. 1992. Farblithographie auf chamoisfarbenem BFK Rives. 76,2 cm x 55,8 cm (76,2 x 55,8 cm). Signiert und nummeriert. Im Passepartout freigestellt und hochwertig unter Glas gerahmt (geöffnet). - Guter Zustand. Ausgesprochen prachtvoller, farbleuchtender Druck der formatfüllenden Darstellung. Lembark addendum, SF-349. - Eines von 14 Exemplaren épreuve d'artiste außerhalb der Auflage. - Hrsg. von Editions Daniel Papierski, Paris. - Druck bei Gardner Litho, Buena Park. Colour lithograph on buff BFK Rives. Signed and numbered. Framed under mat and glass (opened). - Well preserved. Splendid, brightly coloured print of the full-size depiction. - Lembark addendum, SF-349. - One of 14 copies épreuve d'artiste aside the edition. - Published by Editions Daniel Papierski, Paris. - Printed by Gardner Litho, Buena Park.

                    Jeschke Jádi Auctions Berlin GmbH
                  • Francis, Sam
                    Dec. 07, 2024

                    Francis, Sam

                    Est: -

                    Francis, Sam 1923 San Mateo - 1994 Santa Monica. Ohne Titel. 1986. Lithographie auf Bütten. Unten rechts typographisch bezeichnet "Lithographie Originale de Sam Francis Atelier d'Art Desjobert Paris", darunter Ankündigung der Monografie von Michel Walberg über den Künstler. Hinter Glas gerahmt ca. 85 x 60 cm. Für die Ankündigung zu Michel Waldbergs Monographie über den amerikanischen Maler und Grafiker wurden 1986 zwei Plakate mit Originalgrafiken von Francis auf Bütten gedruckt. Hier die hellgrundige Variante, mit der der Schriftsteller auch sein "Himmelsgedicht" illustrierte. Aus einer Markgräfler Galerie-Auflösung. Francis, Sam 1923 San Mateo - 1994 Santa Monica. Untitled. 1986. lithograph on laid paper. Typographically inscribed ‘Lithographie Originale de Sam Francis Atelier d'Art Desjobert Paris’ lower right, below announcement of Michel Walberg's monograph on the artist. Framed behind glass approx. 85 x 60 cm. Two posters with original prints by Francis were printed on laid paper in 1986 for the announcement of Michel Waldberg's monograph on the American painter and graphic artist. This is the light-ground version with which the writer also illustrated his ‘Sky Poem’. From a Markgräfler gallery dissolution.

                    Auktionshaus Sieglin GmbH
                  • SAM FRANCIS (1923 - 1994) Untitled (SF60-020), 1960
                    Dec. 05, 2024

                    SAM FRANCIS (1923 - 1994) Untitled (SF60-020), 1960

                    Est: €10,000 - €12,000

                    41 SAM FRANCIS (1923 - 1994) Untitled (SF60-020), 1960 Aquarelle sur papier, signée et datée au dos 34.5 x 25.5 cm - 13 9/16 x 10 1/16 in. Watercolor on paper, signed and dated on reverse Cette oeuvre est répertoriée dans le « Sam Francis : Online Catalogue Raisonné Project » de la Sam Francis Foundation. PROVENANCE Bonham’s & Butterfield’s, 19 novembre 2007 Hindman Auction, 4 mai 2021, lot 33 Collection privée, Paris EXPOSITIONS Santa Barbara, California, Esther Bear Gallery, Sam Francis : Black and White Works, 17 juin - 20 juillet 1973, no. 21 Mill Valley, California, Robert Green Fine Arts, Sam Francis : Paint on Paper and Original Prints, 3 juin - 31 août 2003

                    Aguttes
                  • Sam Francis (1923 San Mateo/Kalifornien - Santa Monica 1994) – Ohne Titel (SF 84-1134) (Untitled (SF 84-1134))
                    Dec. 05, 2024

                    Sam Francis (1923 San Mateo/Kalifornien - Santa Monica 1994) – Ohne Titel (SF 84-1134) (Untitled (SF 84-1134))

                    Est: €5,000 - €7,000

                    Acrylic on paper. 1984. C. 21.5 x 12.5 cm. With the signature stamp on the reverse.

                    Karl & Faber
                  • Sam Francis (1923 San Mateo/Kalifornien - Santa Monica 1994) – Ohne Titel (SF 64-579) (Untitled (SF 64-579))
                    Dec. 05, 2024

                    Sam Francis (1923 San Mateo/Kalifornien - Santa Monica 1994) – Ohne Titel (SF 64-579) (Untitled (SF 64-579))

                    Est: €7,000 - €9,000

                    Acrylic on drawing pad paper. (1964). C. 14.5 x 11.5 cm. Signature stamp on the reverse.

                    Karl & Faber
                  • Sam FRANCIS
                    Dec. 04, 2024

                    Sam FRANCIS

                    Est: €30,000 - €50,000

                    Sam FRANCIS Sans titre (SF63-046) - 1963 Acrylique sur papier Signé, daté et situé au dos "Sam Francis, 1963, Los Angeles" 90 x 63 cm On y joint une aquarelle sur papier Sans titre (Biennale 76 Di Venezia) - 1976 Signé et daté au dos "Sam Francis, 8.7.76" 28 x 74,5 cm Cette oeuvre est enregistrée dans les Archives de la Fondation Sam Francis sous le n°SF76-1158. Provenance : Don de Jean Fournier à l'actuel propriétaire Expositions : Paris, Galerie Jean Fournier, "Sam Francis, de 1947 à 1988, sur papier", octobre-novembre 1988 Bibliographie : Cette oeuvre est incluse dans le Projet de Catalogue Raisonné en ligne de la Fondation Sam Francis. Acrylic on paper; signed, dated and located on the reverse Cette oeuvre est enregistrée dans les Archives de la Fondation Sam Francis sous le n°SF63-046. Sam FRANCIS Acrylic on paper; signed, dated and located on the reverse

                    Artcurial
                  • Sam FRANCIS
                    Dec. 04, 2024

                    Sam FRANCIS

                    Est: €15,000 - €25,000

                    Sam FRANCIS Sans titre (SF-194s) Monotype unique et technique mixte sur papier Signé et tampon du Sam Francis Estate au dos "Sam Francis" 63.2 x 78.4 cm Provenance : Chalk & Vermilion, LLC., Connecticut Martin Lawrence Gallery Soho, New York Acquis directement auprès de cette dernière par l'actuel propriétaire Bibliographie : Cette oeuvre est incluse dans le Projet de Catalogue Raisonné en ligne de la Fondation Sam Francis. Unique monotype with mixed media on paper; signed and Sam Francis Estate stamp on the reverse Cette oeuvre est enregistrée dans les Archives de la Fondation Sam Francis sous le n°SF-194s. Sam FRANCIS 63.2 x 78.4 cm Unique monotype with mixed media on paper; signed and Sam Francis Estate stamp on the reverse

                    Artcurial
                  • Sam FRANCIS
                    Dec. 04, 2024

                    Sam FRANCIS

                    Est: €15,000 - €25,000

                    Sam FRANCIS Sans titre (SFM74-011) Monotype unique et technique mixte sur papier Signé et tampon du Sam Francis Estate au dos "Sam Francis" 56.8 x 78.7 cm Provenance : Chalk & Vermilion, LLC., Connecticut Martin Lawrence Gallery Soho, New York Acquis directement auprès de cette dernière par l'actuel propriétaire Bibliographie : Cette oeuvre est incluse dans le Projet de Catalogue Raisonné en ligne de la Fondation Sam Francis. Unique monotype with mixed media on paper; signed and Sam Francis Estate stamp on the reverse Cette oeuvre est enregistrée dans les Archives de la Fondation Sam Francis sous le n°SFM74-011 Sam FRANCIS 56.8 x 78.7 cm Unique monotype with mixed media on paper; signed and Sam Francis Estate stamp on the reverse

                    Artcurial
                  • Sam FRANCIS
                    Dec. 04, 2024

                    Sam FRANCIS

                    Est: €15,000 - €25,000

                    Sam FRANCIS Sans titre (SF-220s) Monotype unique et technique mixte sur papier Signé et tampon du Sam Francis Estate au dos "Sam Francis" 63.5 x 78.7 cm Provenance : Chalk & Vermilion, LLC., Connecticut Martin Lawrence Gallery Soho, New York Acquis directement auprès de cette dernière par l'actuel propriétaire Bibliographie : Cette oeuvre est incluse dans le Projet de Catalogue Raisonné en ligne de la Fondation Sam Francis. Unique monotype with mixed media on paper; signed and Sam Francis Estate stamp on the reverse Cette oeuvre est enregistrée dans les Archives de la Fondation Sam Francis sous le n°SF-220s. Sam FRANCIS 63.5 x 78.7 cm Unique monotype with mixed media on paper; signed and Sam Francis Estate stamp on the reverse

                    Artcurial
                  • Francis Sam
                    Nov. 30, 2024

                    Francis Sam

                    Est: CHF2,400 - CHF3,000

                    Trietto 3 66/66. Signiert. Gerahmt unter Passepartout Ausrufdatum: 30.11.2024 Ungefähre Ausrufzeit: 11:26

                    Auktionshaus Zofingen
                  • Sam Francis, Blue Drawn, 1960
                    Nov. 29, 2024

                    Sam Francis, Blue Drawn, 1960

                    Est: €30,000 - €40,000

                    Signed, dated and titled 'Sam Francis 1960 Blue Drawn' verso. Wir would like to thank Sam Francis Foundation, Glendale, California, for helpful information.

                    Kunsthaus Lempertz KG
                  • SAM FRANCIS (1923-1994) Island Plate, 1973 (Lembark, SFE-1H) Eau-forte et aquatinte sur Fabriano Signée et numérotée 22/36 Porte le timbre sec de l'éditeur, 2RC, Rome 75 x 91 cmEtching and aquatint on Fabriano, signed and numb...
                    Nov. 29, 2024

                    SAM FRANCIS (1923-1994) Island Plate, 1973 (Lembark, SFE-1H) Eau-forte et aquatinte sur Fabriano Signée et numérotée 22/36 Porte le timbre sec de l'éditeur, 2RC, Rome 75 x 91 cmEtching and aquatint on Fabriano, signed and numb...

                    Est: €400 - €600

                    SAM FRANCIS (1923-1994) Island Plate, 1973 (Lembark, SFE-1H) Eau-forte et aquatinte sur Fabriano Signée et numérotée 22/36 Porte le timbre sec de l'éditeur, 2RC, Rome 75 x 91 cm Etching and aquatint on Fabriano, signed and numbered 22/36

                    Bonhams
                  • Sam Francis - Metaphysique Du Vide (SF-317), 1986
                    Nov. 28, 2024

                    Sam Francis - Metaphysique Du Vide (SF-317), 1986

                    Est: CHF300 - CHF350

                    Sam Francis - Metaphysique Du Vide (SF-317), 1986 Original lithograph in 7 colors on paper. Published by Francis Delille, Paris, 1986. Printed by Atelier d'Art Desjobert. Ref.: Lembark L273. Very good condition, 84 x 56 cm. Lithographie originale en 7 couleurs sur papier. Editeur : Francis Delille, Paris, 1986. Imprimée par l'Atelier d'Art Desjobert. Réf. : Lembark L273. Très bon état, 84 x 56 cm.

                    TGP Auction
                  • Sam Francis - Untitled SF 350, 1992
                    Nov. 28, 2024

                    Sam Francis - Untitled SF 350, 1992

                    Est: CHF3,500 - CHF3,700

                    Sam Francis - Untitled SF 350, 1992 Lithograph in colors on BFK Rives paper, signed in pencil and justified "A.P." (Artist's Proof). Published by Daniel Papierski, Paris, 1992. Good condition, 76 x 56 cm. Lithographie en couleurs sur papier BFK Rives, signée au crayon et justifiée "A.P." (Epreuve d'Artiste). Edition Daniel Papierski, Paris, 1992. Bon état, 76 x 56 cm.

                    TGP Auction
                  • SAM FRANCIS
                    Nov. 28, 2024

                    SAM FRANCIS

                    Est: CHF4,000 - CHF6,000

                    SAM FRANCIS (San Mateo 1923–1994 Santa Monica) Damn braces, bless relapses. 1950. Indian Ink and watercolour on paper. Signed, dated, dedicated and titled on the reverse: For Ruth Damn braces, bless relapses Sam Francis June 1950. 41 × 29.5 cm. Provenance: - Auction Kornfeld & Klipstein, Bern, 7.6.1978, lot 305. - Private collection, USA, acquired at the above auction.. - Auction Sotheby's, London, 14.–15.31995, lot 426. - Auction Germann, Zurich, 15.5.2001, lot 16. - Private collection, Switzerland, acquired at the above auction. Literature: Debra Burchett-Lere Debra (ed.): "Damn braces, bless relaxes, Dated as 1950 (SFF5.3). Online catalogue raisonné: Debra Burchett-Lere (ed.): Sam Francis: Online Catalogue Raisonné Project. cr.samfrancisfoundation.org/catalogue/entry.php?id=729, no. SF50-073. "Art should bring forth emotions, challenge perceptions, and inspire change." Sam Francis ------------------------------------------------- SAM FRANCIS (San Mateo 1923–1994 Santa Monica) Damn braces, bless relapses. 1950. Tusche und Aquarell auf Papier. Verso signiert, datiert, gewidmet und betitelt: For Ruth Damn braces, bless relapses Sam Francis June 1950. 41 × 29,5 cm. Provenienz: - Auktion Kornfeld & Klipstein, Bern, 7.6.1978, Los 305. - Privatsammlung USA, an obiger Auktion erworben. - Auktion Sotheby's, London, 14.–15.3.1995, Los 426. - Auktion Germann, Zürich, 15.5.2001, Los 16. - Privatsammlung Schweiz, an obiger Auktion erworben. Online-Werkverzeichnis: Debra Burchett-Lere (Hrsg.): Sam Francis: Online Catalogue Raisonné Project. cr.samfrancisfoundation.org/catalogue/entry.php?id=729, Nr. SF50-073. "Art should bring forth emotions, challenge perceptions, and inspire change." Sam Francis

                    Koller Auctions
                  • SAM FRANCIS
                    Nov. 28, 2024

                    SAM FRANCIS

                    Est: CHF15,000 - CHF25,000

                    SAM FRANCIS (San Mateo 1923–1994 Santa Monica) Drawing for Sculpture. 1966. Acrylic on firm paper. With the signature stamp on the reverse: Sam Francis. With the estate stamp on the reverese: The Sam Francis Estate, as well as with the handwritten note and the Litho Shop identification numbers on the reverse: TOKYO SFT 66-087 S2-P1-2. 33.3 × 24.8 cm. Provenance: - Artist's studio. - Galerie Proarta AG, Zurich. - Private collection, Switzerland, acquired in the above gallery in 2000. - Private collection, Switzerland, received by descent. Online catalogue raisonné: Debra Burchett-Lere (ed.): Sam Francis: Online Catalogue Raisonné Project. cr.samfrancisfoundation.org/catalogue/entry.php?id=2762, no. SF66-087. "Painting is about the beauty of space and the power of containment." Sam Francis ------------------------------------------------- SAM FRANCIS (San Mateo 1923–1994 Santa Monica) Drawing for Sculpture. 1966. Acryl auf festem Papier. Verso mit der Stempelsignatur: Sam Francis. Verso mit dem Nachlassstempel: The Sam Francis Estate, sowie verso mit der handgeschriebenen Notiz und den Litho Shop Identifikationsnummern: TOKYO SFT 66-087 S2-P1-2. 33,3 × 24,8 cm. Provenienz: - Künstlerstudio. - Galerie Proarta AG, Zürich. - Privatsammlung Schweiz, in obiger Galerie 2000 erworben. - Privatsammlung Schweiz, durch Erbschaft erhalten. Online-Werkverzeichnis: Debra Burchett-Lere (Hrsg.): Sam Francis: Online Catalogue Raisonné Project. cr.samfrancisfoundation.org/catalogue/entry.php?id=2762, Nr. SF66-087. "Painting is about the beauty of space and the power of containment." Sam Francis

                    Koller Auctions
                  • SAM FRANCIS
                    Nov. 28, 2024

                    SAM FRANCIS

                    Est: CHF15,000 - CHF25,000

                    SAM FRANCIS (San Mateo 1923–1994 Santa Monica) Untitled. 1968. Acrylic and watercolour on firm paper. Signed, dated and inscribed on the reverse: Sam Francis 1968 P.M. With the estate stamp on the reverse: The Sam Francis Estate, as well as with the Litho Shop identification numbers: #3872 SF68-128. 40.9 × 33 cm. Provenance: - Artist's studio. - Galerie Proarta AG, Zurich. - Private collection, Switzerland, acquired in the above gallery in 2000. - Private collection, Switzerland, received by descent. Exhibited: Zurich 1999/2000, Sam Francis: Bilder 1953–1992, Galerie Proarta, 30.10.1999–31.3.2000. Literature: Jamie Robles and Nanxy Mozur: Cobalt Blue: Writings from the papers of Sam Francis, Sam Francis Foundation, California 2019, p. 29 (with ill .). Online catalogue raisonné: Debra Burchett-Lere (ed.): Sam Francis: Online Catalogue Raisonné Project. cr.samfrancisfoundation.org/catalogue/entry.php?id=2887, no. SF68-128. "Color is born of the interpenetration of light and dark." Sam Francis ------------------------------------------------- SAM FRANCIS (San Mateo 1923–1994 Santa Monica) Untitled. 1968. Acryl und Aquarell auf festem Papier. Verso signiert, datiert und bezeichnet: Sam Francis 1968 P.M. Verso mit dem Nachlassstempel: The Sam Francis Estate, sowie mit den handgeschriebenen Litho Shop Identifikationsnummern: #3872 SF68-128. 40,9 × 33 cm. Provenienz: - Künstlerstudio. - Galerie Proarta AG, Zürich. - Privatsammlung Schweiz, in obiger Galerie 2000 erworben. - Privatsammlung Schweiz, durch Erbschaft erhalten. Ausstellung: Zürich 1999/2000, Sam Francis: Bilder 1953–1992, Galerie Proarta, 30.10.1999–31.3.2000. Literatur: Jamie Robles und Nanxy Mozur: Cobalt Blue: Writings from the papers of Sam Francis, Sam Francis Foundation, Kalifornien 2019, S. 29 (mit Abb.). Online-Werkverzeichnis: Debra Burchett-Lere (Hrsg.): Sam Francis: Online Catalogue Raisonné Project. cr.samfrancisfoundation.org/catalogue/entry.php?id=2887, Nr. SF68-128. "Color is born of the interpenetration of light and dark." Sam Francis

                    Koller Auctions
                  • SAM FRANCIS
                    Nov. 28, 2024

                    SAM FRANCIS

                    Est: CHF3,000 - CHF5,000

                    SAM FRANCIS (San Mateo 1923–1994 Santa Monica) Untitled. 1984. Acrylic on paper. With the signature stamp on the reverse: Sam Francis, as well as with the estate stamp: The Sam Francis Estate, as well as dated: 1984. With the hand written Litho Shop identification numbers: S4-57NN / SFP 84-064. 14.8 × 10 cm. Provenance: Private collection, Germany. Online catalogue raisonné: Debra Burchett-Lere (ed.): Sam Francis: Online Catalogue Raisonné Project. cr.samfrancisfoundation.org/catalogue/entry.php?id=5302, no. SF84-064. * The full tax is charged on this item marked * in the auction catalogue, i.e. VAT is charged on the sum of the bid price plus the surcharge for those items. The VAT will be refunded to Purchasers providing a validly stamped export declaration. ------------------------------------------------- SAM FRANCIS (San Mateo 1923–1994 Santa Monica) Ohne Titel. 1984. Acryl auf Papier. Verso mit der Stempelsignatur: Sam Francis. Verso mit dem Nachlassstempel und der Datierung: The Sam Francis Estate 1984, sowie mit den handgeschriebenen Litho Shop Identifikationsnummern: S4-57NN / SFP 84-064. 14,8 × 10 cm. Provenienz: Privatsammlung Deutschland. Online-Werkverzeichnis: Debra Burchett-Lere (Hrsg.): Sam Francis: Online Catalogue Raisonné Project. cr.samfrancisfoundation.org/catalogue/entry.php?id=5302, Nr. SF84-064. Dieses mit * (Asterisk) bezeichnete Objekte ist vollumfänglich mehrwertsteuerpflichtig, d. h. bei diesen Objekten wird die MWST auf den Zuschlagspreis plus Aufgeld berechnet. Käufer, die eine rechtsgültig abgestempelte Ausfuhrdeklaration vorlegen, erhalten die MWST rückvergütet.

                    Koller Auctions
                  • Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994)
                    Nov. 27, 2024

                    Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994)

                    Est: €800 - €1,200

                    Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994) Seal Sail, 1969 Lithographie en couleurs En dehors de l'édition à 20 exemplaires Plis cassés dans le sujet, plis ondulés Encadrée Lithograph. Apart from the edition of 20 copies. Breaks and wavy folds. Framed 91 x 63 CM - 35 7/8 x 24 3/4 IN

                    Tajan
                  • Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994)
                    Nov. 27, 2024

                    Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994)

                    Est: €1,000 - €1,500

                    Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994) Concert Hall III, 1977 Lithographie en couleurs Signée et annoté "A.P" Encadrée Lithograph in colour. Signed and annotated "A.P". Framed Sujet : 65 x 87 CM ; Feuillet : 75 x 103 CM - Image : 25 5/8 x 34 1/4 IN ; Sheet : 29 1/2 x 40 1/2 IN

                    Tajan
                  • Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994)
                    Nov. 27, 2024

                    Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994)

                    Est: €1,500 - €2,000

                    Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994) Sans titre (SFE 117), 1995 Eau-forte et aquatinte en couleurs Signée d'un cachet sec et numérotée 1/35 Légers plis ondulés Encadrée Etching and aquatint. Dry stamped and numbered 1/35. Slight wavy folds. Framed Sujet : 30,4 x 25 CM ; Feuillet : 53 x 45,5 CM - Image : 12 x 9 7/8 IN ; Sheet : 20 7/8 x 17 7/8 IN

                    Tajan
                  • Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994)
                    Nov. 27, 2024

                    Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994)

                    Est: €1,000 - €1,500

                    Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994) Sans titre, du portfolio "Papierski", 1992 Lithographie en couleurs Signée et numérotée 4/50 Encadrée Lithograph. Signed and numbered 4/10. Framed 76 x 55 CM - 29 7/8 x 21 5/8 IN

                    Tajan
                  • Sam Francis (1923-1994); Variants of Thirteen, from Vegetable Series;
                    Nov. 26, 2024

                    Sam Francis (1923-1994); Variants of Thirteen, from Vegetable Series;

                    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

                    Sam Francis (1923-1994) Variants of Thirteen, from Vegetable Series (Lembark L.128; SF-112H), 1971 Unique color variant lithograph on Rives BFK paper, signed in pencil and annotated 'Variant 6/13' on the reverse, with the blindstamps of the publisher/printer, The Litho Shop, Inc., Santa Monica/Hitoshi Takatsuki, the full sheet, framed. sheet 23 13/16 x 34 7/8in (60.5 x 88.6cm)

                    Bonhams
                  • SAM FRANCIS ‘Bright Ring Drawing (Untitled)’ 1963 gouache on paper cm 9.8x103.6 Signed and dated on the reverse 1963 Los Angeles Stamp Estate of Sam Francis and numbering SF63-083 on reverse Provenance Artist's Estate (until 1994) Stuart H...
                    Nov. 26, 2024

                    SAM FRANCIS ‘Bright Ring Drawing (Untitled)’ 1963 gouache on paper cm 9.8x103.6 Signed and dated on the reverse 1963 Los Angeles Stamp Estate of Sam Francis and numbering SF63-083 on reverse Provenance Artist's Estate (until 1994) Stuart H...

                    Est: €10,000 - €20,000

                    (SAN MATEO 1923 - SANTA MONICA 1994) ‘Bright Ring Drawing (Untitled)’ 1963 gouache on paper cm 9.8x103.6 Signed and dated on the reverse 1963 Los Angeles Stamp Estate of Sam Francis and numbering SF63-083 on reverse Provenance Artist's Estate (until 1994) Stuart Hodosh and Cindy Tietze-Hodosh Collection, Malibu (2000) Private collection, Rome Exhibitions ‘Sam Francis: Werke 1962 - 1966’ Galerie Kornfeld und Klipstein, Bern, 24 September - 29 October 1966, no. 33 ill in catalogue ‘Sam Francis’ Galerie Pudelko, Bonn, 12 February - 30 April 1993 This work is registered at the Sam Francis Foundation, Glendale, California and published in the Sam Francis Online Catalogue Raisonné Project, Francis Archive SF63-083 IT "Bright Ring Drawing (Untitled)" 1963 gouache su carta cm 69,8x103,6 Firmato e datato al retro 1963 Los Angeles Timbro Estate of Sam Francis e numerazione SF63-083 al retro Provenienza Artist's Estate (fino al 1994) Collezione Stuart Hodosh e Cindy Tietze-Hodosh, Malibu (2000) Collezione privata, Roma Esposizioni "Sam Francis: Werke 1962 - 1966" Galerie Kornfeld und Klipstein, Berna, 24 settembre - 29 ottobre 1966, n. 33 ill in catalogo "Sam Francis" Galerie Pudelko, Bonn, 12 febbraio - 30 aprile 1993 Opera registrata presso la Sam Francis Foundation, Glendale, California e pubblicata sul Sam Francis Online Catalogue Raisonné Project, Francis Archive SF63-083

                    Il Ponte Auction House
                  • Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994), Eau-forte (SFE040)
                    Nov. 26, 2024

                    Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994), Eau-forte (SFE040)

                    Est: CHF2,000 - CHF3,000

                    Sam FRANCIS (1923-1994), Eau-forte (SFE040), 1986,. numéroté 5/20 en bas à gauche et signé en bas à droite au crayon. H. 89 x 40.7 cm Galerie Alice Pauli réf. SFE040 num 40 au cat.

                    Dogny Auction
                  • SAM FRANCIS, 'SWATCH', SIGNED LIMITED EDITION LITHOGRAPH, 1992
                    Nov. 24, 2024

                    SAM FRANCIS, 'SWATCH', SIGNED LIMITED EDITION LITHOGRAPH, 1992

                    Est: $800 - $1,000

                    ARTIST: Sam Francis TITLE: Swatch DATE: 1992 MEDIUM: Lithograph on Velin paper EDITION: From the sold out edition of 2000 SIGNED: Signed on the verso DIMENSIONS: 30 X 8 in. CONDITION: Excellent Condition PRINTER: Printed by Mourlot DESCRIPTION: Published on the occasion of Sam Francis collaboration with Swatch for one of their watches in 1992.

                    Art Lovers Anonymous Auctions
                  • Francis, Sam (1923-1994). (Untitled composition).
                    Nov. 21, 2024

                    Francis, Sam (1923-1994). (Untitled composition).

                    Est: €600 - €800

                    Francis, Sam (1923-1994). (Untitled composition). Colour lithograph, 56x44,5 cm., signed and "69/125" in pencil, 1975. = SF-194.

                    Bubb > Kuyper: Auctioneers of Books, Fine Arts & Manuscripts
                  • SAM FRANCIS, Untitled (SF-363), 1994
                    Nov. 20, 2024

                    SAM FRANCIS, Untitled (SF-363), 1994

                    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

                    SAM FRANCIS 1923-1994 San Mateo, California 1923 – 1994 Santa Monica (American) Title: Untitled (SF-363), 1994 Technique: Original Hand Signed and Inscribed Lithograph in Colours on Wove Paper Paper size: 59 cm. / 23.2 in. (diameter) Additional Information: This original lithograph in colours is hand signed by the artist in pencil "Sam Francis" at the centre of the lower image. It is also hand inscribed in pencil “CTP” [Colour Trial Proof] next to the signature. Our impression is an experimental colour trial proof aside from the standard edition of 50. It was printed and published by The Litho Shop Inc., Santa Monica in 1994. The paper bears the publisher’s blindstamp next to the signature. This subject is recorded in the Sam Francis Archive with the identification number SF-363. The sheet is also annotated “CTP 3” in pencil, verso. Provenance: Sam Francis Estate Private Collection Condition: Excellent condition.

                    Gilden's Art Gallery
                  • SAM FRANCIS, Untitled (SF-362), 1994
                    Nov. 20, 2024

                    SAM FRANCIS, Untitled (SF-362), 1994

                    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

                    SAM FRANCIS 1923-1994 San Mateo, California 1923 – 1994 Santa Monica (American) Title: Untitled (SF-362), 1994 Technique: Original Hand Signed and Inscribed Lithograph in Colours on Wove Paper Paper size: 59 cm. / 23.2 in. (diameter) Additional Information: This original lithograph in colours is hand signed by the artist in pencil "Sam Francis" at the centre of the lower image. It is also hand inscribed in pencil “CTP” [Colour Trial Proof] next to the signature. Our impression is an experimental colour trial proof aside from the standard edition of 50. It was printed and published by The Litho Shop Inc., Santa Monica in 1994. The paper bears the publisher’s blindstamp next to the signature. This subject is recorded in the Sam Francis Archive with the identification number SF-362. Provenance: Sam Francis Estate Private Collection Condition: Excellent condition.

                    Gilden's Art Gallery
                  • SAM FRANCIS, Untitled SFE-003 (Light Blue), 1982
                    Nov. 20, 2024

                    SAM FRANCIS, Untitled SFE-003 (Light Blue), 1982

                    Est: $4,500 - $6,500

                    SAM FRANCIS 1923-1994 San Mateo, California 1923 – 1994 Santa Monica (American) Title: Untitled SFE-003 (Light Blue), 1982 Technique: Original Hand Signed and Inscribed Etching and Aquatint in Colours on Somerset Wove Paper Paper size: 82.2 x 65.4 cm. / 32.4 x 25.8 in. Image size: 60.4 x 45.1 cm. / 23.8 x 17.6 in. Additional Information: This original etching and aquatint in colours is hand signed by the artist in pencil "Sam Francis" at the lower right margin. It is also hand inscribed in pencil “CTP” [Colour Trial Proof] at the lower left margin. Our impression is one of twelve colour trial proofs in various tones aside from the standard edition of 20. The standard edition was published by The Litho Shop Inc., Santa Monica, California in 1982. This subject is recorded in the Sam Francis Archive with the identification number SFE-003. Literature: Lembark, W. C. (1992). The Prints of Sam Francis: A Catalogue Raisonné, 1960-1990. New York: Hudson Hills Press Reference: Lembark I.35 Condition: Excellent condition.

                    Gilden's Art Gallery
                  • Sam Francis (1923-1994) Untitled (SF-345), 1991
                    Nov. 20, 2024

                    Sam Francis (1923-1994) Untitled (SF-345), 1991

                    Est: €4,000 - €6,000

                    Sam Francis (1923-1994) Untitled (SF-345), 1991 Full-page lithograph on 120 Waterleaf wove paper Signed and numbered "1/50" in pencil Publisher and printer The Litho Shop, Inc. in Santa Monica 118.1 x 76.2 cm (sheet) Lembark add. SF-345

                    Millon & Associes
                  • Sam Francis (1923-1994) Untitled (SF-341), 1989
                    Nov. 20, 2024

                    Sam Francis (1923-1994) Untitled (SF-341), 1989

                    Est: €3,000 - €5,000

                    Sam Francis (1923-1994) Untitled (SF-341), 1989 Full-page lithograph on Waterleaf wove paper Signed and numbered "1/50" in pencil Publisher and printer The Litho Shop, Inc. in Santa Monica 117.4 x 76.1 cm (sheet) Lembark L. 282

                    Millon & Associes
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