Sam Francis

American, 1923 - 1994

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  • Irregular black shapes are scattered across the canvas with splatters and drips. The composition suggests large, distorted figures or faces and resembles inkblot tests. The lines and splatters convey chaotic energy, and the contrast between black and off-white creates a visually striking impression. Viewers may look for familiar shapes within the abstract presentation.

    Dark Egg

    Sam Francis, Tamarind Institute

    1963

    Lithograph in black on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.2157

    Not on view
  • The image displays an arrangement of bold black shapes and sweeping lines forming an abstract composition. At the center, there are various irregular circles and crescents resembling a cluster of overlapping stones or planets with textured surfaces featuring speckled and dotted patterns. The larger forms are encircled by multiple curved strokes suggesting billowing ribbons or waves, conveying motion. Surrounding the central shapes are splatters and finer specks akin to scattered drops of ink or stars in a night sky, adding to the abstract quality of the artwork.

    Essai

    Sam Francis, Jason Leese, Tamarind Institute

    1963

    Lithograph in black on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1983.18.480

    Not on view
  • The image shows an array of swirling and curved shapes in vibrant colors such as blue, red, and yellow, creating an abstract composition. Thick lines and clusters of dots make up structures that resemble a bouquet of flowers or fireworks. Splashes and droplets create a sense of movement, while circular patterns suggest cosmic phenomena or rising bubbles. The composition conveys a sense of energetic chaos similar to nature in an imagined world.

    Flying Love

    Sam Francis, Tamarind Institute

    1963

    Color lithograph on rives bfk wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.2166

    Not on view
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    Another Disappearance

    Sam Francis, Tamarind Institute

    1963

    Color lithograph on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.2161

    Not on view
  • The image features circular and swirling shapes with splattered lines and dots. The abstract composition is vibrant with colors such as red, blue, green, and yellow. Some shapes appear like craters or large eyes, while others resemble scattered confetti or splashes of paint. The overlapping circles and arcs create a dynamic visual pattern.

    Bright Nothing

    Sam Francis, Irwin Hollander, Tamarind Institute

    1963

    Color lithograph on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1983.18.476

    Not on view
  • The image shows a dynamic arrangement of splattered lines and large, looping shapes in blue, red, green, and yellow colors. The forms overlap to create an abstract composition.

    Bright Nothing

    Sam Francis, Tamarind Institute

    1963

    Color lithograph on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.2158

    Not on view
  • The image shows a variety of bold, black shapes and lines on a light background, creating a sense of dynamic movement in an abstract composition. There is a large, rounded form in the center with a pattern of speckles, as well as a circular shape on the left. Smaller splotches and drips surround these central forms, offering a play of texture that could evoke splattered paint or distant stars. The abstract nature of the image leaves room for viewers to interpret familiar objects like planets, eyes, or biological forms.

    Stone Cloud

    Sam Francis, Jason Leese, Tamarind Institute

    1963

    Lithograph in black on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1983.18.481

    Not on view
  • The image features swirling lines and splatters in vibrant hues of deep blue, fiery red, and bright yellow. The arrangement of forms and colors resembling an energetic explosion, celestial bodies, or an abstract cosmic scene. The flowing and intermingling colors suggest movement and chaos, akin to natural patterns in fluid dynamics.

    Flying Love

    Sam Francis, Irwin Hollander, Tamarind Institute

    1963

    Color lithograph on rives bfk wove paper  Accession ID  1983.18.483

    Not on view
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    Light Violet

    Sam Francis, Tamarind Institute

    1963

    Color lithograph on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.2155

    Not on view
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    Chinese Planet

    Sam Francis, Tamarind Institute

    1963

    Color lithograph on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.2159

    Not on view
  • The image displays a collection of bold, black shapes and lines forming an intricate pattern. The design features curves and arcs swirling around a central circular form. The abstract artwork resembles a chaotic explosion of ink, with splatters extending outward. The forms evoke cosmic phenomena or the swirling depths of a storm. The artwork invites connections to natural elements in the universe like galaxies or clouds, without committing to a concrete form.

    Essai

    Sam Francis, Tamarind Institute

    1963

    Lithograph in black on arches wove paper  Accession ID  1964.8.2165

    Not on view
  • The image showcases various curved and elliptical shapes, bold swirling lines, and splatters of paint creating an energetic composition. It has an abstract appearance with random yet intentional placement of color and form. Large red, blue, and green shapes are dispersed throughout the image, along with yellow circles and lines. Splattered paint dots and streaks are present, resembling a cosmic explosion, resulting in a vibrant and dynamic visual experience.

    Untitled

    Sam Francis, Tamarind Institute

    1963

    Color lithograph  Accession ID  1964.8.2156

    Not on view