Sam Francis

American, 1923 - 1994

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  • The image shows dark, jagged shapes scattered across the canvas, intertwined with sporadic lines to create a meshwork. Reflective silver and grey patches punctuate the darkness.

    Deep Ground

    Sam Francis, Serge Lozingot, James Reid, Gemini G.E.L.

    1983, published 1984

    Color lithograph on arches 88 wove paper  Accession ID  1989.55.25

    Not on view
  • The image consists of bold black lines and irregular shapes within a square on a white background. The arrangement of lines suggests facial features: two rounded shapes for eyes, heavy arching lines for eyebrows, a large uneven shape for a nose, and a sweeping curved line for a mouth. The contrast between the dark forms and the white background accentuates the abstract nature of the artwork.

    Self-Portrait

    Sam Francis

    1982

    Sugarlift aquatint in black on fabriano tiepolo wove paper  Accession ID  1991.234.53

    Not on view
  • The image shows a large irregularly shaped black form in the center, surrounded by thin black lines and splatters on a white backdrop.

    Vorstellung

    Sam Francis, Patrick Foy, Gemini G.E.L.

    1982, published 1983

    Sugarlift aquatint on fabriano rosaspina wove paper  Accession ID  1988.74.33

    Not on view
  • There are black blotches and irregular shapes on a white background, arranged in a way that suggests a human face on a small rectangular canvas. These dark ink splotches give the impression of eyes, a nose, and a mouth, creating an abstract expression. The arrangement allows viewers to see familiar elements like a facial structure emerging from the randomness within the frame.

    Self-Portrait

    Sam Francis

    1982

    Sugarlift in black on fabriano tiepolo wove paper  Accession ID  1991.234.47

    Not on view
  • The image displays bold abstract black shapes on a plain white background. The forms resemble facial features, with some shapes resembling eyes, a nose, and a mouth, creating an impression of a hidden face within the composition. The abstract arrangement suggests a stylized mask or a simplistic doodle representing a face with minimal strokes and spots.

    Self-Portrait

    Sam Francis

    1982

    Sugarlift and spitbite aquatint in black on fabriano tiepolo wove paper  Accession ID  1991.234.48

    Not on view
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    Paradise of Ash

    Sam Francis, James Reid, Yasutoshi Ishibashi, Gemini G.E.L.

    1982, published 1983

    Two color lithographs on john koller hmp handmade paper  Accession ID  1988.74.157.1-2

    Not on view
  • In the image, there is a small rectangular section with bold, irregular shapes and lines creating an abstract composition. The shapes include curved and angular lines suggesting the outline of a face, with an eye and mouth within the form. The rest of the image is blank, white space surrounding the central design, emphasizing it.

    Self-Portrait

    Sam Francis

    1982

    Sugarlift aquatint in black on fabriano tiepolo wove paper  Accession ID  1991.234.49

    Not on view
  • The image features an abstract drawing of a face. The drawing shows part of the face from the forehead down to the lips. The facial features appear simplified and distorted. The eyes are drawn with swirling lines, the lips with slightly curved lines, and the nose with minimal outlining. The drawing does not include any hair or other body features. The background is plain with no detail, and the image is presented on a large sheet of paper with margins surrounding the central artwork.

    Self-Portrait

    Sam Francis

    1982

    Etching in black on fabriano tiepolo wove paper  Accession ID  1991.234.52

    Not on view
  • The image shows a large, dark square shape with an irregular, textured surface. Surrounding it are splatters and streaks of various colors like blue, red, yellow, and black, creating an abstract appearance. The central square contains a smaller colorful rectangle, with energetic splatters and strokes of paint around it.

    Dark and Fast

    Sam Francis, Alan Holoubek, Krystine Graziano, Chris Sukimoto, Serge Lozingot, Gemini G.E.L.

    1982, published 1983

    Color lithograph on arches 88 wove paper  Accession ID  1988.74.32

    Not on view
  • The image features irregular black shapes and lines against a lighter background in a small rectangle. The black lines and spots form features such as eyes, a nose, and a mouth, resembling a mask or a carved stone sculpture. The design is minimalistic, leaving much of the canvas blank and highlighting the central abstract form with its familiar facial structure.

    Self-Portrait

    Sam Francis

    1982

    Sugarlift aquatint in black on fabriano tiepolo wove paper  Accession ID  1991.234.54

    Not on view
  • This image features two adjacent squares made up of layered lines and splatters in vibrant yellow hues. The design suggests a burst of energy, with the lines creating depth and drawing the eye towards the center of each square. The splatters surrounding the squares evoke a starburst or sun rays. The overall appearance is abstract and reminiscent of forms found in nature, such as sunlight breaking through clouds or scattered pollen.

    Generated

    Sam Francis, Yasutoshi Ishibashi, Alan Holoubek, Krystine Graziano, Anthony Zepeda, Gemini G.E.L.

    1982, published 1983

    Lithographs in yellow on two sheets of john koller hmp handmade paper  Accession ID  1988.74.30.1-2

    Not on view
  • The image displays bold black shapes and lines on a white background. The composition appears chaotic yet balanced, suggestive of ink or paint splatters. Square shapes resembling windows are scattered throughout, adding depth to the design. The abstract piece encourages viewers to find patterns within the shapes.

    First Subject

    Sam Francis, Kenneth Farley, Gemini G.E.L.

    1982, published 1983

    Sugarlift aquatint with mochizuki chine collé on stonehenge wove paper  Accession ID  1986.90.9

    Not on view